Jaala Ozies is a proud Djukun woman from the Minyirr Djukun Clan, raised on Djukun Country in the Kimberley region. She acknowledges her patrilineage connection to the Djukun, Karajarri, Nyikina, and Kija people. Her matrilineage connection is to the Goreng Goreng and Quandamooka (Nunukul) people. Currently, Jaala is pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Queensland, having previously graduated from Curtin University with a degree in Community Development. In addition to her academic pursuits, Jaala is a professional hairdresser and the founder of Medibush. She is also a children's book author, dedicating her spare time to the revitalisation of the Djukun language. Through her multifaceted efforts, Jaala remains deeply committed to preserving and promoting her cultural heritage and supporting her community.