17.7.1 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs have the oldest cultures in the world. They have spent thousands of years adapting to their environment and were some of the ýrst bakers of bread. They are also known for land practices like aquaculture and ýrestick farming.
SkillBuilder discussion Investigating 1. How do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists show entrepreneurial skills through their art? 2. Why is selling their art important for these artists? 3. What challenges might Aboriginal and Torres
FIGURE2 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists show entrepreneurial skills when they produce and sell their art.
Strait Islander artists face as entrepreneurs?
Since European settlement, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians have not had the same chances as others. Now, programs are helping them achieve their goals. Like all entrepreneurs, they look for opportunities and take risks. Many focus on businesses that help their communities and have found success in tourism, art, clothing and natural products. Tahnee Edwards is a proud Yorta Yorta and Taungurung woman. She started Gammin Threads as a side project while working at an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family violence prevention service. Her
business celebrates language and pride, offering ‘chillwear’ and accessories. Through Gammin Threads, she empowers women and encourages living colourfully.
SkillBuilder discussion Interpreting and analysing data and information 1. What types of products does Gammin Threads create? 2. How does Gammin Threads stand out with its colourful designs? 3. Why is Gammin Threads popular for its ‘chillwear’ and accessories?
FIGURE3 Gammin Threads offers colourful ‘chillwear’ and accessories.
17.7.2 Community-run companies Social traders, proýt-for-purpose businesses and social enterprises all want to make the world better. They focus on social, environmental, cultural or economic causes. These businesses earn most of their money from sales and use at least half of their proýts to support their mission. Unlike charities, they don’t rely on donations.
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