Dr Michael Wright
- Curtin University
Dr Michael Wright, is a Yuat Nyoongar (Aboriginal) man, whose ancestral lands are located just north of Perth in WA. He is employed at Curtin University as a Research Fellow and is currently the lead investigator on two NHMRC funded projects the Looking Forward, Moving Forward Project and Our Story, Our Journey Project.
He was the lead investigator on the Looking Forward Project (2011 – 2015) that developed the Debakarn Koorliny Wangkiny-Conditions for Engaging Framework; co-designed with Nyoongar Elders and service providers. The framework has been implemented in mental health and drug and alcohol services in the Perth area and offers a pathway for culturally-safe co-design practice with Aboriginal people.
- Member of Advisory Council