Proud Wuthathi and Mirning Songstress ​based in Gimuy (so-called Cairns), her family ​and culture are her strength. Her story is her ​own, and her soothing, soulful voice ​becomes the instrument for raising the ​collective consciousness. With the ​revitalisation of the Mirning language with ​only six fluent speakers currently, Yirgjhilya ​uses her talent to carry on her culture and ​language for future generations in a modern ​way. After performing at shows such as St ​Kilda Festival, Yirramboi Festival, Laura ​Quinkan Dance Festival and the ABC’s ​NAIDOC Special, Yirgjhilya has dedicated her ​time and energy to be an active role model ​for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait ​Islander people resulting in her being ​awarded Victorian Miss NAIDOC in 2019.