First Nations entertainer Mitch Tambo made a very special performance at the Grange P-12 College on Friday, May 16 as part of his ‘I Am Me’ tour.
Since the tour began in February, Tambo has been visiting schools and educational institutions to educate young people about the power of positive thinking and First Nations culture.
To accompany his singing, didgeridoo playing and sharing his lived experiences, Tambo will talk to students about the issue of bullying.
“With tragic stories of students taking their own lives due to bullying, both in person and online, I believe it’s vital to open up these conversations and provide a safe space for children to feel heard,” Tambo said.
“I personally experience bullying on social media, which can be upsetting, but I’ve acquired tools to cope.
“I think it’s important to share these experiences with students facing difficult times.”
He said it was beautiful to be in a position to encourage and empower children to be who they are.
“I think the more that we can encourage kids to be who they are, they can grow really strong foundations and a strong sense of self and contribute to the world in a positive way,” he said.
Tambo has earned global acclaim for his body of work that includes 10 consecutive top 10 singles on the Australian iTunes Worldwide charts, as well as charts across the world.
He has also performed at events such as the Australian Open, T20 Big Bash and the NRL Indigenous All Stars game.
