Florence Drummond

Florence Drummond, a Dauareb Wuthathi woman, is a recognised leader in advancing Traditional Owner partnerships across the mining and major projects value chain. She is an entrepreneur and innovator, dedicated to sustaining strength-based narratives that galvanise local ecosystems and drive economic advancement.

Florence champions the integration of Traditional Owner participation as a cornerstone of a just transition, aligning industry operations with community aspirations. Her entrepreneurial approach highlights the value of innovation in creating sustainable pathways for ecosystem development, ensuring that First Nations voices remain central to progress and prosperity.

Her global advocacy for First Nations women in the minerals sector has taken her to mining jurisdictions worldwide, fostering inclusive dialogues and transformative partnerships. She has collaborated with the University of Queensland's Sustainable Minerals Institute, contributed to multi-year initiatives at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, and represented Australia at APEC and UNESCAP forums.

Florence's leadership in relationship building for ESG principles and Sustainable Development Goals bridges global mechanisms with local solutions, ensuring impactful and enduring outcomes. In 2023, she was recognised as one of WA Business News' 40 Under 40 and named amongst Women in Mining UK's 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining.

As an advisory board member of the Centre for Australia-India Relations, Florence is committed to building future leaders for Directorship roles. Her expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and Traditional Owner participation positions her as a visionary authority on fostering sustainable, inclusive economic growth within local and global frameworks.