Julie Janson

Julie is a Burruberongal woman of the Darug Aboriginal Nation and an accomplished poet whose work has garnered significant recognition. She is the co-recipient of the Oodgeroo Noonuccal Poetry Prize in 2016 and won the prestigious Judith Wright Poetry Prize in 2019. Her writing explores themes of Indigenous identity, connection to Country, and cultural resilience.

With roots in the Darug Aboriginal Nation, Julie's poetry reflects a deep engagement with her heritage and the ongoing narratives of First Nations peoples. Her award-winning works demonstrate a mastery of language and a powerful voice that resonates within contemporary Australian literature. Through her writing, she contributes to the preservation and celebration of Indigenous perspectives.