making films that
inspire, engage, and empower
Supporting Australian students in achieving their potential.
Our Vision
Engaging young people in the making of film documentaries that capture the stories of resilience
and strength of local heroes who were able to achieve their life goals through education.
Adelaide
The second series in the My Story Matters collection of First Nations role model documentary films made by First Nations high school students and Show Me The Way
Brisbane
The third and final series in the My Story Matters collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role model documentary films made by First Nations high school students.
Derby
A series of documentary films of First Nations people in Derby, WA, made by students from Derby District High School with the support of Show Me The Way.
Canberra
The second series in the My Story Matters collection of First Nations role model documentary films made by First Nations high school students and Show Me The Way
Coffs Harbour
The second series in the My Story Matters collection of First Nations role model documentary films made by First Nations high school students and Show Me The Way
Darwin
A series of documentary stories of First Nations role models made by First Nations high school students and Show Me The Way.
Menindee
A series of documentary films of First Nations people in Menindee, NSW, made by students from Menindee Central School with the support of Show Me The Way.
Walgett
A series of documentary films of First Nations people in Walgett, NSW, made by students from Walgett Community College High School with the support of Show Me The Way.
Sydney
A series of documentary stories of First Nations role models made by First Nations high school students and Show Me The Way.
Over 70 Schools across Australia have participated in our film workshops and mentoring programs.
We’ve supported students to make over 100 documentary films which are now held in public libraries across Australia including the National Library of Australia and state libraries.
There was a 72% increase in school retention of Indigenous school-based trainees at Westpac Group after we commenced our national program.
Programs
First Nations
Showcasing the diverse careers of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heroes
Refugees
A myth-busting collection of films on the lives of refugees in Australia
Latest News
MediaRING Yarning Series Interview with Show Me The Way
Recently our CEO Chris Maguire and Chair Brendan Littlechild were interviewed by Lowanna Grant from MediaRING. This was one of the MediaRING Yarning Series interviews, working to showcase some of the industry leaders in film and television for First Nations people. Show Me The Way (SMTW) programs run across Australia supporting First Nations students […]
Kids make their own way in filmmaking program
Story courtesy the Koori Mail By Nick Paton SINCE 2006, not-for-profit organisation Show Me The Way has been instrumental in connecting youth with their community through custom designed film workshops and mentoring. These empowering programs, facilitated by industry professionals and community members, help to foster important relationships within community, by creating a space for students […]
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