Dr Carol Dowling is a senior academic, Badimia woman, and nationally recognised leader in Indigenous education, research, and cultural governance. With over 30 years’ experience across multiple universities, media, and community sectors, she brings deep expertise in Indigenous methodologies, curriculum innovation, and relational pedagogy. Carol has authored award-winning units including Indigenous Research Methodologies and Indigenous Healing Practices and received a Curtin University 2024 Excellence in Teaching Award for incorporating Indigenous knowledges. Her research spans cultural heritage, health equity, and justice reform, with outputs influencing national policy and postgraduate education. As Founding Chair of Badimia Bandi Barna Aboriginal Corporation, she co-led the return of 114,000 hectares of Country and co-authored the Badimia Healthy Country Plan (2021). A skilled mentor and storyteller, Carol bridges academic and community worlds through Elder-led Vodcasts, national publications, and governance roles with Dumbartung Aboriginal Corporation and the Earbus Foundation of WA. She is committed to truth-telling, equity, and Indigenous self-determination.