Our Story & Purpose
Our Purpose
Building deeper interpersonal connections by bridging the human and digital disconnect through accessible software solutions.
Our Why
In today’s digital age, people often feel disconnected from genuine interpersonal connections driving loneliness. iyarn bridges this gap through software that fosters meaningful conversations and improves health.
Our Story
Lockie Cooke, iyarn’s founder, had a unique connection with the Bardi Jawi people in the Kimberley. Over his 20’s, he formed a close bond with the community and was culturally adopted by the Ejai family.
Lockie was inspired by the Bardi people storytelling to maintain connections with each other, their land, and their culture, which ensured everyone felt a sense of purpose and connection. This concept of connection through storytelling became the foundation for iyarn which is supported by his Bardi Jawi family.
Our Values
- Connection
Always strive to facilitate genuine and meaningful connections that lead to deeper interpersonal connections. - Integrity
Always act with integrity and do what you say you’re going to do. - Recognition
Recognise and celebrate the great work of our team and community. - Challenge
Challenge the status quo, don’t always accept the answer no “build a bridge”. - Community
Support those around us to build a better community for all. - People First Design
Always consider humans at the centre of our product.
Our Story
Lockie Cooke, iyarn’s founder, had a unique connection with the Bardi Jawi people in the Kimberley. Over his 20’s, he formed a close bond with the community and was culturally adopted by the Ejai family.
Lockie was inspired by the Bardi people storytelling to maintain connections with each other, their land, and their culture, which ensured everyone felt a sense of purpose and connection. This concept of connection through storytelling became the foundation for iyarn which is supported by his Bardi Jawi family.
First Nation Advisory Team
Dwesmond Wiggin Dann
Nolan Hunter
Danny Ford
Barbarah Bynder
