جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Linguistics
• Language Documentation
• Language Revitalization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Felicity Meakins is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Queensland, affiliated with the School of Languages and Cultures. She specializes in documenting First Nations languages in northern Australia, focusing on language contact processes, revitalization, and the impact of English on Indigenous languages. Her work bridges academic research and community engagement, including consulting on Native Title claims and language revitalization programs. Education: She studied at the University of Queensland between 1995–2001, completing her PhD in 2008. Prior to her academic career, she worked as a community linguist with Diwurruwurru-jaru Aboriginal Corporation (2001–2004) and as a PhD researcher with the Aboriginal Child Language Project (2004–2008). Research Interests: Meakins explores language contact, mixed languages, and Indigenous knowledge systems. Her projects include the 'Dingo Lingo' study tracing canine terminology across Australia and co-authored works like Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country (2023) and Understanding Linguistic Fieldwork (2018). She has compiled dictionaries and grammars for languages such as Gurindji, Bilinarra, and Mudburra. Grants & Recognition: Recipient of the Eureka Award (2021), LSA’s Hale Award (2021), and a Fellow of FASSA/FAHA. She led the UQ node of the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Dynamics of Language (2022). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Language Data Commons of Australia (LDaCA) and Indigenous communities in Northern Territory projects like the Wave Hill Walk-Off documentation.

Gavin Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Indigenous research
• Health and Physical Education
• Sport Science
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gavin Morris is a Lecturer in Education at Charles Darwin University's College of Education, with over two decades of teaching experience in Australian schools. His academic qualifications include a PhD from Charles Darwin University (2019), Master of Education from University of Sydney (2016), and Bachelor of Education from James Cook University (2000). Morris specializes in Indigenous research methodologies, Health & Physical Education, and Sport Science. His qualitative work focuses on trauma healing, truth-telling, and decolonization practices in Aboriginal communities, particularly using Dadirri (deep listening) methodologies. Recent research explores digital platforms for cultural preservation and community resilience. As a registered postgraduate research supervisor, Morris contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate programs while maintaining active fieldwork in remote Northern Territory communities like Nauiyu at Daly River.

Kathy Bowreyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Media & Communications Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Kathy Bowrey is a leading academic in Intellectual Property Law at UNSW Sydney's Faculty of Law. Her work explores laws shaping knowledge creation, technology, and culture, with expertise in IP, Indigenous rights, and open research advocacy. She holds a Doctor of Juridical Studies from the University of Sydney and a BA LLB from Macquarie University. Her research focuses on historical and contemporary IP frameworks, including their impact on creators, Indigenous communities, and global innovation systems. Notable projects include the ARC-funded 'Producing, Managing and Owning Knowledge in the 21st Century University' (2019–2022), which shaped Australia's open research policies. Awards include the 2022 ANZLHS Book Prize for *Copyright, Creativity, Big Media & Cultural Value* and fellowships at the State Library of NSW and Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences. She co-authored *Adventures in Childhood* (2023), examining IP in toy and media industries, and *David Unaipon* (2023), exploring Indigenous innovation. Professor Bowrey co-leads the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property (ISHTIP) and advises on national research policies. Her grants include ARC Discovery Projects on Australian copyright history and IP commercialization.

• Critical Accounting
• Dialogic Accounting and Accountability
• Social Justice and Human Rights
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Farzana Aman Tanima is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney Business School’s Accounting, Governance, and Regulation department. She previously held roles at the University of Wollongong (2017–2023). Her research focuses on critical and dialogic accounting, social justice, and challenging neoliberal frameworks through participatory approaches. Born in Bangladesh, she earned her PhD in 2015 from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, with a thesis on dialogic accounting practices for marginalized women. Education: PhD in Accounting, Victoria University of Wellington, 2015 Undergraduate Honours Degree, Victoria University of Wellington Research Interests: Dr. Tanima’s work centers on dialogic accounting to democratize accounting practices, with focus on NGOs, microfinance, Indigenous education, and race. She employs participatory action research and autoethnography to address systemic inequalities. Key areas include: Accounting’s role in empowerment and development Decolonizing accounting education through Jindaola Critical race theory and counter-accounting Awards: 2024 Mary Parker Follet Award (AAAJ Journal) 2020 VC OCTAL Teaching Award 2015 AFAANZ Best PhD Award Teaching & Mentorship: She leads pedagogical initiatives embedding Indigenous perspectives into curricula and fosters dialogic learning. Supervised two completed PhDs, with co-authored publications. Active in mentoring early-career researchers through invited talks and workshops. Labs/Teams: Part of the Alternative Accounting Research Network and editorial boards for CPA Journal and Financial Accountability & Management . Co-leads special issues on critical dialogics and publicness in accounting.

Martha Stiegmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Treaty Relations
• Indigenous Knowledge Systems
• Food Sovereignty
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Martha Stiegman is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change, York University. Her research integrates Indigenous knowledge, food sovereignty, and arts-based methodologies to address issues of social, environmental, and disability justice. She is actively engaged in community-based research and public scholarship in Toronto and Mi’kma’ki (Nova Scotia). Her educational background includes a PhD from Concordia University’s Special Individualized Program and a BA in English Literature & Political Science from McGill University. This interdisciplinary foundation supports her work at the intersection of activism, research, and art. Stiegman’s research focuses on three interconnected domains: Indigenous/settler treaty relations, food sovereignty and justice movements, and participatory video and arts-based research. She emphasizes decolonizing methodologies and community-led knowledge production. Her work explores how arts-based approaches can deepen dialogues across communities and strengthen collective action for justice. Her recent publications and multimedia projects demonstrate a strong trend toward interdisciplinary, community-engaged scholarship that bridges Indigenous epistemologies, environmental justice, and disability justice. She frequently uses film, digital storytelling, and public art to mobilize knowledge and challenge colonial narratives. Co-creator of A Treaty Guide for Torontonians (2022) Lead on the Polishing the Chain project exploring Toronto’s treaty relationships Editor of the forthcoming Anti Colonial Food Systems (Routledge) Active collaborator with Indigenous scholars and artists including Dr. Sherry Pictou, Ange Loft, and Elder Kerry Prosper Stiegman has been involved in significant research grants such as the Atlantic Aboriginal Health Research Program. While specific advisees are not listed, her collaborative projects suggest active mentorship and supervision. She does not appear to lead a formal lab but works within research collectives and community partnerships.

Jocelyn Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Arid rangeland environments
• Aboriginal land management
• Sustainable livelihoods
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jocelyn Davies is a University Fellow at the Faculty of Arts and Society, Northern Institute, Charles Darwin University. She lives and works in Alice Springs and has specialized in arid rangeland environments. As a geographer and predominantly qualitative researcher, she is skilled in participatory action research methods with extensive experience in Aboriginal land management initiatives across Australia. Her research profile demonstrates significant engagement with: Climate change adaptation in arid environments (70% research focus) Land management practices (66% research focus) Protected area management (61% research focus) Rangeland systems (59% research focus) Dr. Davies' scholarly work shows a strong international dimension, with research conducted in sub-Saharan Africa, Vietnam, and Inner Mongolia. Her fingerprint analysis reveals significant contributions to Environmental Impact Assessment (52%) and Ecosystem Function studies (52%). Her publications demonstrate consistent scholarly output with significant impact, particularly her 2020 article on Indigenous adaptation pathways which has received 117 Scopus citations and influenced policy development. Her research has been widely disseminated through platforms like Mendeley with hundreds of readers across multiple publications. Dr. Davies' work contributes substantially to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action, life on land, and reduced inequalities through her focus on indigenous knowledge systems and sustainable land management practices. She maintains active research collaborations across multiple countries and has documented 16 research outputs with significant policy engagement, including references in multiple policy documents and news outlets. Her current work focuses on documenting the 50-year history of the Central Australian Aboriginal Congress through participatory methods.

Gus Hillمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Health and Wellness
• Community Capacity Building
• Indigenous Community-Based Research
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Gus Hill is an Associate Professor and Hallman Research Chair in the Indigenous Field of Study at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Social Work. His work centers on Indigenous health and wellness, community capacity-building, and wholistic social work practice. PhD in Social Work (Laurier, 2008) MSW (Laurier, 2001) BSW in Indigenous Social Work (Laurentian University, 2000) Research emphasizes Indigenous knowledge sovereignty and community-led initiatives. Key projects include: "Together We’re Strong: Health and Wellness Needs of Urban Aboriginal Stakeholders in Waterloo Region and Wellington County" (2010s) "Urban Aboriginal Youths’ Service Needs in Kitchener" (2010s) His publications include the book Indigenous Healing: Voices of Elders and Healers (2023), reflecting recent trends in Indigenous community-based research and holistic wellness frameworks.

Brad Rileyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Change
• Renewable Energy
• Energy Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Brad Riley is a Research Fellow at the Australian National University's Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (CAEPR), affiliated with the Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions. His work focuses on renewable energy implementation, energy efficiency, and demand management initiatives in remote communities, particularly in North West Australia. Current Role: Research Fellow, Zero Carbon Energy for the Asia Pacific Grand Challenge Research Themes: Indigenous Engagement with Renewable Energy, Regulatory Disparities, Climate Adaptation Projects: ZCEAP Fellow, Indigenous Engagement with Renewable Energy Industries program His research bridges climate change policy, energy security, and Indigenous rights, emphasizing equity in energy transitions and resilience-building for remote populations. He has collaborated with communities in North West Australia to address energy poverty and regulatory barriers. Riley’s publications highlight challenges in energy policy, focusing on temperature extremes exacerbating energy insecurity, prepayment tariffs, electric vehicle feasibility in remote areas, and Indigenous engagement in renewable energy projects. These works emphasize social equity, regulatory disparities, and community-specific solutions. He is part of research groups including Indigenous peoples, cultures and knowledges; Adaptation, livelihoods and development in Asia and the Pacific; and Risk, vulnerability and resilience. Contact: Bradley.Riley@anu.edu.au | (02) 6125 4559

Dawn Martin-Hillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Indigenous Studies
• Cultural Anthropology
• Traditional Ecological Knowledge
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dawn Martin-Hill , Professor Emeritus in Indigenous Studies at McMaster University , is Canada’s first Indigenous cultural anthropologist and the founder of McMaster’s Indigenous Studies Program (1992). She also holds the role of Academic Co-Chair of the Indigenous Education Council and has served as Director of Indigenous Studies since 1998. A Mohawk scholar residing at Six Nations of the Grand River, she integrates Indigenous knowledge systems with Western science to address critical issues of water security, health, and sovereignty. Education & Training: PhD, Cultural Anthropology Research Interests: Dr. Martin-Hill’s work centres on traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) , community-driven water security , and Indigenous methodologies . Her flagship program Ohneganos co-creates bilingual tools—apps, VR, water sensors, Indigenous mapping, films, and podcasts—to empower First Nations in monitoring and managing water resources. She explores intersections of climate change, maternal health, mental health, and Indigenous governance . Research Impact: Spanning hydrology, medical anthropology, and digital health, her recent publications address urgent issues such as water insecurity’s impact on maternal mental health , climate-driven hydrological extremes , and digital mental-health tools for Indigenous youth . Collectively, her work advances decolonizing methodologies and supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Scientific Awards & Honours: Inaugural Fulbright Indigenous Canada–U.S. Scholar Award Inaugural Chair, CIHR-IPH Secretariat on Traditional Medicine in Health Research Outstanding Teaching Award, Aboriginal Consortium 2022 University of Oklahoma International Water Prize Oklahoma Universities Water Technologies Award Princeton Book Award for forthcoming Ohneganos volume Funding & Training: Principal Investigator on four Global Water Futures grants that have supported over 30 graduate students and nine Indigenous Studies undergraduates , plus 45 secondary First Nations students receiving McMaster certificates. She has served as co-investigator on CIHR-IPH ARHNets Center funding 80+ First Nations, Métis, and Inuit graduate students . Leadership & Service: Member of the UNESCO Hydrology Committee for Canada , board member of CIHR Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health and CIHR Anti-Racism Committee , former Chair of the CIHR College of Reviewers. She spearheaded the McPherson Chair in Indigenous Studies and secured multiple Indigenous student scholarships and bursaries.

• Aboriginal storytelling
• Australian history
• Indigenous higher education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Jill Milroy is a Palyku woman from the Pilbara region and holds dual roles as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Education) and Head of the School of Indigenous Studies at The University of Western Australia (UWA). She directs UWA’s Poche Centre for Indigenous Health and leads the University’s Indigenous Education Strategy and Aboriginal Employment Strategy. Her academic leadership extends to key university committees including Academic Board and the Vice-Chancellor’s Advisory Group. Her research focuses on Aboriginal knowledge systems, storytelling, and Indigenous health equity. Notable contributions include children’s books co-authored with her mother, Gladys Milroy, and leadership in national grants addressing chronic disease disparities and mental health. She is recognized with the 2011 Order of Australia for services to Indigenous education. Research Interests: Aboriginal storytelling and knowledge preservation Indigenous higher education policy Mental health equity in Indigenous populations Health professional education reform Recent Research Trends: Her work addresses pandemic impacts on Indigenous communities, culturally responsive healthcare systems, and global Indigenous health equity. Collaborations span Australia, Canada, and New Zealand through projects like the NHMRC International Indigenous Health Research Partnership. Awards: Member of the Order of Australia (2011) Grants & Leadership: Chief Investigator in a $2.8M Medical Research Future Fund project on Indigenous-centred mental healthcare Co-leads the National Suicide Prevention Leadership and Support Program Labs/Teams: Directs the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health and contributes to the Transforming Indigenous Mental Health & Wellbeing initiative.

Sophie McCallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Indigenous literatures
• collaboration
• relationality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sophie McCall is a Professor in the Department of English at Simon Fraser University (SFU), specializing in Indigenous literatures. Her research focuses on decolonization, resurgence, and the ethics of collaborative authorship, particularly examining how Indigenous writers challenge settler colonialism through storytelling. She holds a BA from Queen’s University, an MA from UBC, and a PhD from York University. McCall is the author of First Person Plural: Aboriginal Storytelling and the Ethics of Collaborative Authorship (2011), which received critical acclaim, and editor of foundational texts like Devil in Deerskins: My Life with Grey Owl (2014). She co-edits Read, Listen, Tell: Indigenous Stories from Turtle Island (2017) and directs SFU’s Masters of Arts for Teachers of English (MATE) program. Her work bridges literary criticism and activism, addressing residential school narratives, Indigenous-Black solidarity, and the politics of reconciliation. She co-chairs the Indigenous Voices Awards and leads SSHRC-funded projects exploring Indigenous-led literary collaborations. Key themes in her scholarship include textualizing orality, ethical representation, and multidisciplinary Indigenous arts. Awards: Gabrielle Roy Prize finalist (2011), Canada Prize finalist (2011) Projects: SSHRC-funded collaboration with NunatuKavut scholar Kristina Bidwell Roles: Director of MATE, Co-chair Indigenous Voices Awards McCall’s publications span scholarly articles, edited collections, and anthologies, emphasizing Indigenous agency in storytelling. Her teaching and research prioritize decolonizing methodologies and amplifying Indigenous voices across disciplines.

Helen Verranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Ethnography
• Indigenous Knowledge Systems
• Science and Technology Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Helen Verran is a Professorial Research Fellow at Charles Darwin University's Northern Institute within the Faculty of Arts and Society. An accomplished ethnographer with a distinguished career spanning seven universities across four continents, she has dedicated her academic life to exploring cross-cultural knowledge work, particularly with Indigenous communities. Before joining Charles Darwin University, she spent twenty-five years teaching and researching in History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Melbourne, where she collaborated extensively with Yolngu Aboriginal knowledge authorities. University of Melbourne (25 years in History and Philosophy of Science) Nigeria (8 years in the 1980s working with Yoruba teachers) Charles Darwin University (current position at the Northern Institute) Verran's research centers on ethnographic approaches to knowledge production in an era dominated by numerics, algorithms, and big data. She investigates how first-person experience and Indigenous knowledge systems can inform policy and governance, preventing crucial aspects of human experience from being lost in purely quantitative approaches. Her work spans Indigenous knowledge traditions, philosophy of science, comparative philosophy, and decolonizing practices, with particular focus on Yolngu Aboriginal Australian knowledge systems and Yoruba knowledge from Nigeria. She has developed innovative 'Ground Up' research methods that enhance Indigenous sovereignties and has made significant contributions to Science and Technology Studies (STS), especially regarding numbers and enumeration in cross-cultural contexts. Her recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with decolonizing methodologies, museum epistemology, Indigenous knowledge systems, and the philosophical implications of cross-cultural knowledge exchange. Verran's work consistently examines the tensions between different knowledge systems while developing practical approaches for working across these differences respectfully. She has made notable contributions to understanding Indigenous mathematics and the role of numbers in different cultural contexts, as evidenced by her award-winning book 'Science and an African Logic' (2001). Vice Chancellor's Award for Research Impact (2023) International prizes for 'Science and an African Logic' (2001) Referenced in Wikipedia pages Verran actively supervises postgraduate research and shares her expertise through 'Espresso Yourself!' sessions for Higher Degree by Research students. Her current projects include 'Design and evaluation as strategies/practices for exploring organisational sustainability' and 'Hope and a Decolonising Pedagogy,' reflecting her commitment to developing practical applications of her theoretical work. She has established collaborative research frameworks with Indigenous communities in Arnhem Land, particularly focused on digital technologies, environmental management, and education in remote settlements. As an active participant in academic networks, Verran organizes conferences and workshops on STS and Indigenous methodologies, including the 'Making and Doing Top End Science and Technology Studies together' event in 2024. Her work contributes significantly to Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education, reduced inequalities, and peace, justice and strong institutions.

Noelle Higginsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Human Rights Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• International Criminal Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Noelle Higgins is an Associate Professor in Law at Maynooth University. She previously held academic roles at the Irish Centre for Human Rights (NUI Galway), the School of Law and Government (DCU), and served as Teaching and Learning Innovation Lead at ATU. Her academic qualifications include Master's degrees in Irish and Law, a Higher Diploma in Education, and a PhD from NUI Galway on 'Wars of National Liberation and Self-Determination.' Her research focuses on international human rights law, international humanitarian law, and international criminal law, with a current emphasis on cultural rights and cultural cleansing. She co-leads WG3 of the COST Action K-Peritia (cultural expertise in law) and is part of the Horizon2020 'ReCreating Europe' project on digital copyright law. She previously led an IRCHSS-funded project on international peace mediation. Her recent publications explore cultural heritage protection, indigenous rights, and the intersection of law and climate change. She has contributed extensively to legal education research, advocating for experiential learning tools like moot courts and field trips. Education: PhD (NUI Galway), LLM (International Human Rights Law), MA (Irish), Higher Diploma in Education Awards: None explicitly listed, but recognized for contributions to legal education and international law research Grants: Horizon2020 (2020), IRCHSS (2010) Labs/Teams: Member of the COST Action K-Peritia and ReCreating Europe Consortium.

• Australian Indigenous languages
• Linguistics
• Syntax
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rachel Nordlinger is a Professor of Linguistics and Director of the Research Unit for Indigenous Language at the University of Melbourne's School of Languages and Linguistics. Her research focuses on documenting and describing Australian Indigenous languages, with a particular emphasis on syntactic and morphological theory. She has conducted extensive fieldwork with communities speaking Bilinarra, Wambaya, Gudanji, Murrinhpatha, and Marri Ngarr, contributing to language preservation efforts. She holds a PhD from Stanford University and has authored influential works including A Grammar of Wambaya and co-edited volumes like The Languages and Linguistics of Australia . Nordlinger is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Humanities (2017) and leads major grants like the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dynamics of Language (2014-2026). Her work integrates linguistic theory with community-driven language revitalization projects, emphasizing the interconnectedness of language and cultural knowledge. Key research grants include projects on polysynthetic language processing (2021-2025), Indigenous language documentation, and cross-linguistic syntactic analysis. Nordlinger collaborates with institutions such as PARADISEC and the Kanamkek-Yile Ngala Museum to preserve endangered language materials. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges formal linguistic analysis with applied community linguistics.

• Wisdom in Education
• Comparative and International Education
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Zane M. Diamond is a Professor at Monash University within the School of Education Culture & Society . His research focuses on integrating wisdom pedagogies into modern education systems, drawing from Indigenous Australian traditions, Asian Dharmic philosophies, and sustainability frameworks. Contributed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals in education and sustainability Developed the Wisdom Method for pedagogical reform Collaborated with Indigenous experts in Australia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, and Japan Research Interests include: Wisdom Development in Globalized Education Cross-Cultural and Comparative Education Indigenous and Dharma Education Transformative Teaching-Learning Practices Cultural Safety in Foreign Language Teaching Community-Engaged Pedagogy Teaching Commitments : EDF1062 Approaches to teaching and learning EDF3065 Indigenous perspectives and learning EDF5613 Research Approaches in Education EDF5761 Education in contemporary contexts Leadership Roles : Past President, Oceania Comparative and International Education Society Board Member, Japan International Education Society Research Leader, Daylesford Dharma School Member, Indigenous Cultural Competency Critical Focus Group