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Professor Celmara Pocock is an international leader in heritage studies, holding dual roles as Executive Director of the Institute for Resilient Regions and Director of the Centre for Heritage and Culture at the University of Southern Queensland. Her research bridges theoretical heritage studies with applied policy, focusing on Indigenous heritage, World Heritage sites, and cultural landscapes. She has led major projects including assessments for UNESCO heritage nominations and government policy frameworks.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Anthropology, University of Western Australia (1989)
- Graduate Certificate in Education, James Cook University (2003)
- PhD in Anthropology, James Cook University (2005)
Research Interests:
- Aboriginal heritage policy and practice
- World Heritage critiques and Indigenous benefits
- Heritage tourism aesthetics and visitor experiences
- Cultural conservation in regional development
- Colonial history and reconciliation processes
Recent Research Trends: Her work increasingly examines the intersection of climate change, environmental degradation, and heritage protection (e.g., Great Barrier Reef studies). She also explores decolonial approaches to heritage management, emphasizing Indigenous agency in policy formulation.
Awards:
- Queensland Heritage Council Member (2023)
- John Oxley Library Fellowship (2007)
- Fellow of the Australian Anthropological Society
Grants & Supervision: Current projects include CSIRO modeling of First Nations cultural assets in the Murray-Darling Basin and supervision of doctoral research on Indigenous displacement and regional youth well-being. Over 20 completed PhDs supervised cover topics from cultural heritage tourism to suicide prevention.
Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in the Institute for Resilient Regions, collaborating with organizations like CSIRO and the Queensland Museum.
