Login
Login

Cherisse Buzzacott

Leadership on Larapinta Fundraising Walk 2025

I'm fundraising for leadership in the NT!

This May, I’m taking on the Leadership on Larapinta FUNdraising Walk, trekking 100km through the stunning Larapinta Trail to raise funds for an NT leader to participate in the Australian Rural Leadership Program (ARLP).

The ARLP is a life-changing 15-month leadership program that builds skills, confidence, and networks for leaders in rural, regional, and remote Australia. But not everyone has access to a scholarship, which is why I’m stepping up to help fund one.

🎯 My goal is to raise $2,500, contributing to our shared goal of $55,000 to fully fund a scholarship. 100% of funds go directly to the scholarship.

💙 Please support me by donating today! Every contribution makes a difference.

Please help me reach my goal

Raised

$636

My Goal

$2,500

Select amount to donate

$25
$50
$100
$250
$
Donate

My Achievements

Fundraising page

Updated Profile Pic

Added a Blog Post

Received 5 Donations

Reached Goal

Increased Target

My Updates

Inrtoducing Me

Wednesday 19th Mar
I am Cherisse Buzzacott, a proud First Nations Arrernte woman from Mparntwe (Alice Springs) with Kaytetye, Arabunna and Anmatyere connections. I am a strong advocate for culturally accessible healthcare and Aboriginal leadership. As a mother of 3 boys, a midwife, and now participant in Cohort 31 of the ARLF program, I aim to ampylify y impact through channels created through my, SpeakWrite Consulting.

SpeakWrite Consulting is a 100% Aboriginal and female-owned enterprise committed to empowering Aboriginal people—particularly women—in business, leadership, and visionary storytelling. SpeakWrite's role is providing tailored workshops, training, and community connection that grows confidence, establishes communication channels, and inspires self-determination amongst our Mob. I am involved in a range of projects and key work from local and national levels, mostly voluntary roles that include key commitments Rhodanthe Lipsett Trust (midwifery scholarships) and other steering boards and advisory roles. A proud moment for me was joining the National NAIDOC Advisory Committee in 2024.

Through SpeakWrite, we create spaces for Aboriginal women to share stories and experiences, contributing to successful, generational change. My leadership journey reflects the determination and strength of Aboriginal Elders and people that inspired me over my life. At all times I want to promote equity and inclusion wherever I can see absence of representation of our people and women in particular

Welcome

Tuesday 18th Mar

Werte, I’m Cherisse Buzzacott, an Arrernte woman here on beautiful Mparntwe (Alice Springs), Arrernte Country. I’m a business owner and co-manager Speak Write, a 100% female-owned consulting business—and I’m excited to be part of the Leadership on Larapinta FUNdraising Walk to support a life-changing sponsorship opportunity for a Northern Territorian.

I speak from experience—I’m currently halfway through Cohort 31, and the ARLP has challenged and grown me in ways I never imagined. I wouldn’t have signed up for this trek if it weren’t for the self-awareness, skills, and strategies I’ve developed through the program. Now, I want to pay it forward and help another Territorian access this incredible opportunity in Cohort 33 next year.

If you'd like to support me on this journey, click the link, find my name, and donate—every contribution makes a difference in shaping future leaders. Follow along and see how we go!

Thank you to my Sponsors

$208.60

Chloe & Mitchell Lollback

Love your work sis! Proud of you ❤️

$100

Catherine Maughan

No stopping you Cherise.

$56.42

Cherisse Buzzacott

As my 5 year old says.... "LESSSGOOOO"

$54.12

Bec

You're a legend! Those calf muscles will be👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

$54.12

Philippa

Enjoy the walk with such wonderful company.

$54.12

Matt Norton

You’re a legend.

$54.12

Cass Walker

You stand by your word and are a true leader!

$54.12

Mic Rofe

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Lands where we meet, work, and live. We recognise the enduring spiritual connection, and we honour the sacredness of the land. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present, and future and the deep-seated wisdom they hold. We solemnly remind ourselves that this Land has always been, and will always be, Aboriginal Land.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware that this website may contain images, voices or names of deceased persons in photographs, film, audio recording or printed material.