300 word application (Fictional Writing)

I want to apply for this opportunity but I don't typically fall into the marginalised group(Migrant ,refugee, non binary, culturally diverse). I am writing a fictional book with many Indigenous /Australian aboriginal characters and with 2 Indigenous judges on the panel I need to show non Indigenous can write respectfully ,respect and without causing offence.I want to ask for an (Indigenous) mentor to guide my work and hopefully to receive the grant to complete my book. Tell us what you seek to get out of this scheme in 300 words or less, explaining how you’ll personally benefit from this opportunity. Have you encountered any specific ways in which the publishing industry was previously inaccessible to youThis scheme was born in response to those questions. It’s about giving writers time and space to craft a voice and a career – offering them support from mentors and peers, and the opportunity to experiment and develop their writing. It’s also about investing time and expertise in writers who reflect the diversity of Australian identities and experiences, and offering opportunities to writers from marginalised communities. Each year, we pick ten outstanding writers and give them $15,000 each to develop their work. We match them with a mentor, and work closely with them on bringing their writing to life, connecting them with other writers, publishers, booksellers and readers – and guiding and training them through that experience. And we follow and support them and their work through their career, with initiatives that help publishers, booksellers and readers alike to join us in supporting these Australian [login to view URL] is for the stories that aren’t being told, the voices we’re not hearing, and the ideas that need patience, care and work to introduce to the world. It’s for writers. Welcome to The Next Chapter.