Embodying the intangible: expressing biocultural values
Tracks
Tully 1
| Tuesday, July 28, 2026 |
| 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM |
Speaker
Dr Libby Riches
Director, Biocultural Knowledge Emergence
Taungurung Land and Waters Council
Embodying the intangible: expressing biocultural values
ISE Congress 2026 Abstract
Biocultural knowledges can be difficult to describes and work with because of the western separation of 'culture' and 'nature'. Biocultural themes represent a way of managing Country, and are effectively the 'why' and 'how' we work with Biocultural Values, and the implications for working with intangible values of Country. We will explore definitions of these terms, their role and application.
Biography
Libby directs the Biocultural Knowledge Emergence Team at Taungurung Land and Waters Council. With a background in archaeology, native title and community led forest restoration, Libby currently supports the Taungurung Cultural Land Management Team to reveal and manage Taungurung Biocultural Knowledges to support culturally informed management of Country.
