Ezekiel Wopuwuy Baker

Galiwin’ku, NT

My name is Ezekiel Wopuwuy Baker. I am from Galiwinku, Elcho Island.

I grew up in a household with two cultures, which has shaped who I am. On my father’s side, there was a strong focus on working with kids – including taking them to the Darwin Show. These experiences helped me learn the value of culture, language, and community leadership from a young age.

Research and Community Work – Walking Together Program
In the Walking Together project, I’ve been doing point-of-care health checks and sharing health stories, especially about food – what we eat and how it affects the body. I use storytelling to explain how sugar and unhealthy foods can affect wellbeing, helping people make stronger choices.

Other Work Experience
I started working at the age of 16. I have worked:

At the local school in Galiwin’ku
In the local store, supporting retail and customer service
At Wanka Retreat, a resort in Bowaka

These jobs helped me build strong communication skills, a strong work ethic, and confidence working with others.

Education and Qualifications

Completed Year 12
Studied at Shepherdson College in Galiwin’ku
Continued further study in Townsville
Certificates in Retail (Cert I, II, III)

Training

First Aid
Point-of-Care Health Check Training

Why Research Is Important to Me
Research helps us understand what we are eating and what it does to the body. It also helped improve my own wellbeing. Sharing knowledge through Yolŋu ways of learning like storytelling that makes research more powerful for our communities.

What Makes Walking Together Work Well