No Woman Walks Alone: A Cultural Expression of Strength and Community

Created by proud Kuku Yalanji and Palawa artist Tarsha Davis, this commissioned artwork captures the strength, support, and spirit at the heart of Ovarian Cancer Australia’s vision: that no woman walks alone. 

It serves as a powerful expression of the journey following an ovarian cancer diagnosis, and the many layers of support that surround her along the way.  

At the heart of the artwork is a winding teal path, symbolising the challenging journey faced after diagnosis. Along this path are Aboriginal symbols for community, representing the care and support that wrap around each woman. 

The U-shape at the centre represents the woman herself, with her closest loved ones surrounding her in the next row. Around them, symbolic figures reflect Ovarian Cancer Australia’s broader community – the people who stand beside her with strength, compassion, and care. 

Beneath this visual narrative lies a deeper cultural story, reflecting values shared by many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and aligning with Ovarian Cancer Australia’s model of care. Patterns of Country and animal tracks woven into the background reflect the artist’s cultural belief that we are never truly alone – that the land, its creatures, and the spirits of our ancestors walk beside us, offering strength and connection with every step. 

This painting is more than an artwork – it is a tribute to the enduring power of care, culture, and community. It honours the weight of the journey and affirms that, at every step, she is never alone. 

Ovarian Cancer Australia gratefully acknowledges Kuku Yalanji and Palawa artist Tarsha Davis for this extraordinary artwork. We are honoured to receive this lasting tribute to the support, unity, and strength that define our mission. 

This artwork also reflects Ovarian Cancer Australia’s broader journey towards reconciliation. We are currently developing our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), affirming our commitment to building meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, respecting cultural knowledge, and working together to improve outcomes in ovarian cancer care.