Jonathan Kingsley

Jonathan Kingsley is a Senior Lecturer in Health Promotion at Swinburne University of Technology. His research bridges public health, Indigenous health, and environmental science, focusing on how nature-based solutions like gardening can address health inequalities and socio-ecological challenges.

• Education: Bachelors of Applied Science (Deakin), Honours in Health Science (Deakin), Masters in Horticulture (University of Melbourne), PhD in Public Health (Deakin)

Research Interests: Kingsley explores the intersection of gardening, urban agriculture, and health equity, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. His work examines how cultural connection to Country impacts health outcomes and how gardening serves as a public health intervention during crises like pandemics.

Grants & Collaborations: He leads major initiatives, including the Gaawaadhi Gadudha cultural health project ($2.9M, 2023-2027) and studies on cultural resilience in Aboriginal communities. His research has been cited over 3,000 times, influencing government reports.

Scientific Recognition: Awards include the Parks Victoria Environment Community Engagement Award and recognition from the International Association for Ecology and Health.