Dr Krystal Lockwood
Dr

Krystal Lockwood

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Background

Dr Krystal Lockwood is a Gumbaynggirr and Dunghutti woman, and Research Fellow in the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures at The University of Queensland. Krystal is an applied justice researcher with experience in using co-design, realist, and Indigenous methodologies. Broadly, she has focused her work on addressing the impact of the carceral system on Indigenous peoples and communities, and is particularly interested in supporting Indigenous knowledges, perspectives, and programs of justice. Krystal’s research has focused on influencing evidence-informed practice, with projects in sentencing, Indigenous initiatives in the justice sector, and reintegration programs.

Availability

Dr Krystal Lockwood is:
Available for supervision

Fields of research

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, society and community Indigenous Studies Other Indigenous data, methodologies and global Indigenous studies

Qualifications

  • Bachelor (Honours) of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University
  • Masters (Research) of Social Science (Applied Social Research), University of Oxford
  • Doctor of Philosophy of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University
  • Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Studies, University of Melbourne

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Current funding

  • 2026 - 2029
    Evaluating justice reinvestment: Understanding First Nations' justice
    ARC Discovery Indigenous
    Open grant

Availability

Dr Krystal Lockwood is:
Available for supervision

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Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Master Philosophy

    The Impact of Cultural diversionary activities to reducing youth crime in Indigenous remote communities

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Brendan Hokowhitu

  • Master Philosophy

    Walking With Us: Supporting the Reintegration of Indigenous Youth from Custodial Settings in Cairns and the Hinterland Region

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Anthony Shakeshaft, Dr Aletha Ward

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Peer parent and family advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families within the child protection system

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Jemma Venables, Professor Karen Healy

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