Crystal Arnold

Crystal’s work explores human-nonhuman relationships, Indigenous knowledge systems, and environmental crime and justice. Crystal recently completed her PhD, titled 'What teachings are being shared by weeds? Lessons from the Shoalhaven River,' focused on learning from invasive plants how to address invasive species through relational thinking and more-than-human geographies.

Crystal’s research weaves Aboriginal cultural and scientific knowledge and environmental science, with a particular emphasis on healing Country. She has published in high-impact journals, and actively contributes to community engagement and Indigenous-led environmental education.

In her role at the University of Wollongong, Crystal teaches into criminology, justice, and social policy, centring Indigenous perspectives and Country to inspire sustainable and reciprocal practices in her students and research.