Co Founder, Elder & Educator

Dr Lilla Watson

Respected Educator and Cultural Authority

Dr Watson is a leading voice in Aboriginal education and culture, with a career dedicated to teaching nationally and internationally.

Academic Contributions and Thought Leadership

She holds a Bachelor of Arts and has published widely on Indigenous issues, delivering keynote addresses at major conferences and academic forums globally.

Pioneer in Indigenous Curriculum Development

Dr Watson developed core university subjects such as Aboriginal Perspectives and Aboriginal Approaches to Knowledge, shaping the way Aboriginal knowledge is taught in higher education.
Community Advocate and Changemaker

She played a key role in establishing the LinkUp agency to reunite Stolen Generations children, and has actively supported the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, youth programs, and justice reform initiatives.

Honoured for Lifelong Service
Dr Watson has received multiple prestigious recognitions, including two honorary doctorates and UQ’s Indigenous Community Impact Award, celebrating her enduring impact on education and community.