Aunty Sharon Minniecon is an Ugar (Stephen Island, Torres Strait) woman born in Ayr, Queensland. She exemplifies the pursuit of access and equity for all.

This portrait of Aunty Sharon was made in her workplace at St John’s Church in Glebe where she is Indigenous Ministry Coordinator, community worker and pastor in their emergency relief program.

For the last 12 years she has also helped shape and promote the Gawura School for Indigenous children.

Most of her life work has focused on women and children, to encourage and empower them to make positive change and achieve their goals and dreams.

This portrait was selected for Loud and Luminous 2020.