Postgraduate Students

Mr Caleb Rivers flag

PhD Candidate

Caleb Rivers is a Kija, Gooniyandi, Wongi and Yamatji man with a background in Medical Science. Prior to commencing his Masters by Research he worked as a research officer at The University of Western Australia’s Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health.  Caleb is interested in the application of Indigenous data sovereignty and improving the health and wellbeing as Elders age. He is working toward completing a PhD combining these passions to deliver tangible outcomes for Elders.

Mr Kevin Taylor flag

PhD Candidate 

Kevin is a Noongar-Yamatji man with ties to Amangu and Ballardong Country in the south western area of Western Australia.  Kevin is a Senior lecturer at The University of Western Australia's School of Indigenous Studies.  He lectures on Aboriginal health and culture, with a particular focus on Noongar culture.

Kevin is currently completing a Masters by research.  In his Masters he will be co-designing a Good Spirit Good Life education package for the aged care workforce.  Kevin was awarded a grant from the Australian Association of Gerontology Research Trust and received a Poche Grant to complete his research project.

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