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Dr. Jacinta Walsh (Yawuru/Jaru/Kitja) is a Lecturer at the Monash Indigenous Studies Centre and an Indigenous Research Fellow with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures (CIEHF). She advocates for First Nations youth in juvenile justice systems and focuses on Indigenous family access to archives for historical memory recovery.
- Indigenous Research Fellow, CIEHF
- Lecturer, Monash Indigenous Studies Centre
- Victorian Stolen Generations Reparations Advisory Committee
- First Nations Biography Working Party, Australian Dictionary of Biography
Her research emphasizes trauma-informed truth-telling, reconciliation, and cultural ceremonies through life story methodologies. Recent work includes genealogical studies and advocacy for Indigenous care leavers. Projects explore Kimberley region family histories and archival practices.
Key scientific awards include:
- 2025 Kathleen Fitzpatrick Fellowship
- 2024 Indigenous Higher Degree Research Excellence Award
- 2022 Jennifer Straus Fellowship
- 2021 Marcia and Henry Pinskier Family Bursary
Dr. Walsh collaborates with institutions like the University of Melbourne and participates in policy dialogues through events such as World Care Day and NAIDOC Week showcases.
