Tyson Yunkaporta

Tyson Yunkaporta is an Indigenous Australian academic, arts critic, and researcher belonging to the Apalech Clan in far north Queensland.

He combines traditional practices with contemporary scholarship, carving traditional tools and weapons while serving as a senior lecturer in Indigenous Knowledges at Deakin University in Melbourne.

Yunkaporta's work bridges Indigenous and Western knowledge systems, offering unique insights into Aboriginal culture and psychology.

His writing style is described as engaging, irreverent, and accessible, making complex Indigenous concepts relatable to a broader audience.

Through his research and teaching, Yunkaporta aims to promote understanding and appreciation of Indigenous ways of thinking and their potential applications in addressing global challenges.