BLACK BOLD BROTHERS
The success of the Black Bold & Beautiful Women’s Luncheon events founded by Aboriginal Elder Aunty Sandra King OAM led to discussions with her male members of family and friends. We now would like to introduce you to two new events - the inaugural Black Bold Brothers Men’s Gathering and the Black Bold Brothers Fashion Parade events to be held on Friday 7th June at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
BLACK BOLD BROTHERS MEN'S GATHERING
Black Bold Brothers is a new initiative that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men to come together to network, share stories, and discuss men’s business; followed by a Black Bold Brother Fashion Parade featuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander designs and models.
Black Bold Brothers will engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men in a culturally competent program where First Nation guest speakers will engage in important topics and with participants, develop strategies to build their resilience, improve well-being and change the narrative of our men. This is an opportunity for our men and youth to connect in a culturally respectful and authentic way.
The driving force of the Black Bold Brothers event are leading First Nations businessmen, professionals, and Elders: Michael Connolly, Cameron Callope, Mark Yettica-Paulson, Barry Lea, Phillip Sariago and Will Muckan.
The Gathering Forum will be hosted by acclaimed actor/comedian Steven Oliver, and also features a host of esteemed guest speakers including Dr Mick Adams, Kenny Bedford, Shannon Ruska, Bob Smith, Will Trevethan and Professor James Ward.
Gathering topics:
Black 2 Basics – Our history, lore and culture are the basics of who we are and how we manage the challenges of today.
Boys 2 Men – Learning from the past can strengthen our identity and spirituality towards a positive future.
Culture 2 Career – Protecting our cultural safety, identity, knowledge, integrity, and our data sovereignty while balancing racism, and intersectionality; plus - how can a First Nations business providing Cultural Services survive.
Brother 2 Brother – The challenges of changing the narrative of our men, our communities, and our history, is to support, inform, inspire, and empower our community and the broader community towards a united future.
In the evening, all are welcome to join us for a night of style and individuality, witness the latest trends in First Nations fashions and accessories modelled by our men in a display of boldness and creativity. The Black Bold Brothers Men's Fashion Parade promises to be a night to remember, filled with music and fabulous fashion. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate First Nation originality and style with our Black Bold Brothers!
7 JUNE 2024 - BRISBANE CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE
Men’s Gathering – Plaza Terrace Room
Doors open 11.00am
Welcome To Country – 11.45am
Lunch – 12.00pm
Program starts – 12.45pm
BBB Men’s Gathering includes two course meal.
Purchase of the Black Bold Brothers Men’s Gathering adult ticket covers your entry to the Black Bold Brothers Fashion Parade.
BLACK BOLD BROTHERS FASHION PARADE
Doors Open 5.00pm
All are welcome to the inaugural Black Bold Brothers First Nations Men’s Fashion Parade to be held on Friday 7th June at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Come join us for the inaugural National Black Bold Brothers Fashion Parade for a night of style and individuality at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Witness the latest trends in First Nations fashions and accessories strut down the runway in a display of boldness and creativity.
This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with music and fabulous fashion. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate First Nation originality and style with our Black Bold Brothers!
BBB FASHION PARADE - 7 June 2024
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Plaza Ballroom
Doors open 5.00pm, Canapes from 5.15pm
Tickets are available now.
AUDITIONS
Model castings for the Black Bold Brothers Fashion Parade will be held on Saturday 11 May. More information to come. If you are a First Nations designer of male/unisex fashions please email admin@SandraKingManagement.com.au
Black Bold Brothers Fashion Parade is proudly sponsored by National Indigenous Australians Agency.
FUNDRAISING
Every year, the BBB events donates funds raised from our raffles. We have wonderful prizes that vary every year from jewellery and body products to paintings, homeware goods and electrical appliances. If you would like to donate a wonderful prize for our raffle next year, please contact us.
PARTNERS
If you are interested in being a partner and supporting BBB events please go to our 'Contact' page and forward your details.
Your partnership will enable your business to be promoted at the BBB events.
Sandra's events and activities are targeted at our First Nation people of all ages, and mainstream community and businesses. She will continue to focus on highlighting issues relating to health, community safety, education, employment and career opportunities.
VALUED PARTNERS
Black Bold Brothers Men's Gathering and Fashion Parade events are proudly supported by
