Nikita is a Gooniyandi woman from the East Kimberley with family connections in Derby, Broome, Fitzroy Crossing and Beagle Bay.
Nikita has worked with the Department of Justice for over 10 years with experience in Youth Justice, Adult Community Corrections and is currently the Manager of Aboriginal Advisory Services with Courts and Tribunal Services. Nikita has worked for not-for-profit organisations for the last three years and has also worked in education and training across the State, assisting Corporates with Aboriginal recruitment, and onboarding while supporting and mentoring Aboriginal trainees. Nikita is currently completing a Bachelor of Law part-time, online through Deakin University and is in her fourth year.