Ethan Capewell embodies the philosophy that “it takes a village to raise a child.” . Raised across South West Queensland, mostly in Cunnamulla and Charleville. He pays deep respect to all those who have guided his journey, whose support has shaped his path and led him to be part of the 2025 Indigenous Wellbeing Conference.

Ethan’s career in health and wellbeing began in Cunnamulla as a Youth Support Officer, helping young people overcome barriers similar to his own upbringing. He later transitioned into the Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health sector as one of the first Deadly Choices Health Promotion Officers for the Cunnamulla Aboriginal Corporation for Health, where his passion for early intervention and prevention flourished.

Now Chair of the WQPHN Consumer Advisory Committee and a Member of the South West HHS Board, Ethan continues to champion equitable, community-driven approaches that strengthen wellbeing across remote Queensland.