Biography
Mibu is an early career marine ethnoecologist within the multi-use ecosystems tropical coastal group, in CSIROs Oceans & Atmosphere, in Brisbane. She is an Aboriginal scientist with engagement skills for strengthening partnerships between First Nations communities and the research sector. Her specific interests are around Traditional Knowledge (science) and management practices being considered within modern day fisheries, coastal and conservation management. She joins with other Indigenous and Traditional practitioners to strengthen the global indigenous voice and leadership in areas of marine research and coastal indigenous livelihoods. Her goal is to bridge a gap that draws attention to the indigenous communities facing the frontline of impacts and changes to coastlines, ecosystems and livelihoods from climate change impacts.
Professional Areas
Current Roles
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Marine Ethnoecologist
Linking Indigenous Science with Western Science
Academic Qualifications
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2011
Bachelor of Marine Science and Management
Southern Cross University -
2017
Graduate Certificate in Natural Resource Management
Charles Sturt University
Professional Experiences
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2018-2011
Cadet
CSIRO -
2011-2013
Lab Technician (Aquaculture)
CSIRO -
2013-2014
Intern (Tropical Coastal Group)
CSIRO -
2014-Current
Research Projects Officer
CSIRO -
2020-Current
Experimental Scientist (Marine Ethnoecologist)
CSIRO O&A
Community and Corporate Citizenship
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2015-2018
Visiting Scientist with Moreton Bay Environmental Education Centre
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2020-2020
Mentor, Young Indigenous Womens STEM Academy, Cairns Cohort
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2021-Current
PhD Advisory Committee Member for Mercedes McLean (UQ)
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2020-Ongoing
O&A Facilitators Community of Practice (Organising Group)