Jacqueline Gould

Jacqueline Gould is a Senior Research Fellow at the Northern Institute, Faculty of Arts and Society, Charles Darwin University. She is a principal investigator on multiple research projects focused on Indigenous-led management of Sea Country, in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) and various Indigenous communities across northern Australia. Her work emphasizes co-designed and co-implemented research that supports Traditional Owners and Indigenous Ranger groups in asserting authority over their marine estates.

Her research interests lie at the intersection of anthropology, marine conservation, and Indigenous governance. She is deeply committed to recognizing Indigenous knowledge systems and the cultural, spiritual, and ecological values embedded in Country. Her projects aim to deliver tangible benefits to Indigenous communities while enhancing conservation outcomes and academic understanding of Indigenous-led environmental stewardship.

The recent publications reflect a strong focus on Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs), marine spatial planning, and the integration of Aboriginal perspectives into fisheries and marine management. Themes include Traditional Owner-led planning, legal recognition of Indigenous authority, community-based monitoring, and the development of management plans for marine areas in the Northern Territory and beyond.

Dr. Gould has received significant research funding, including from IAS Rainmaker and other collaborative grants, supporting long-term engagement with Indigenous partners. She is registered to supervise postgraduate research and contributes to advancing knowledge in sustainable development and environmental justice.

She is actively involved in several research teams and collaborative networks, particularly with AIMS, Indigenous Land Councils, and ranger groups. Her leadership in projects such as the AIMS-CDU Postdoctoral Fellowship and the LP210100011 grant underscores her role in bridging science, policy, and Indigenous governance for marine conservation.