RIKISHA PHINEASA

Rikisha Phineasa is a proud Torres Strait Islander woman, with her family ties spanning across Sabai and Dauan to Murray Island and Mabuiag, going as far as Bamaga. Having grown up in Cairns, Rikisha has since moved to Townsville and made it home.

Rikisha is a full-time student at James Cook University, studying a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Indigenous studies. She works as an Indigenous ambassador for JCU, law tutor, and is an active member of the Townsville First Nations Youth Council. Rikisha’s ultimate passion and drive comes from her desire to see First Nations people thrive, excel and progress. Rikisha says, ‘I want to work in the legal profession so I can help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people move forward with hope to a brighter future’.