Our Story
I'm Brent McKnoulty, a proud Gamilaraay man living on Turrbal and Yuggera Country (so-called Brisbane) and the founder of Which Way Education Consultants. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across schools, universities, and community spaces, centring Indigenous knowledge systems and methodologies to strengthen learning experiences for all and push for better practice across the board.
My career has taken me through community health, youth justice, state schooling, and tertiary education. I’m now the Director of Research and Impact at the National Indigenous Youth Education Coalition, while continuing to teach and research at QUT.
My research focuses on addressing systemic barriers faced by Indigenous students and developing community-informed recommendations to promote equity in education.
As an award-winning educator, I specialise in curriculum and program design and am committed to making education truly accessible for all.
At the heart of everything I do is who I am as an Indigenous person. I’m from Logan and Inala, raised in Katherine, and back in Magandjin bringing a lived experience to every aspect of this work. Whether it's program design, research, or community engagement, I lead with care, accountability, and a commitment to seeing our communities thrive.
My approach is simple: be real, be fair, and always be open to learning.
Our methodology
At Which Way, our approach to engagement and learning is deeply rooted in respect, collaboration, and cultural authenticity. We employ a blend of traditional Indigenous methodologies and modern educational practices to create a learning environment that is both inclusive and effective
Yarning: We employ yarning as a traditional Indigenous storytelling and dialogue method, explicitly underpinned by relatedness theory. This practice fosters a sense of community and belonging, enabling participants to share and validate experiences in a culturally respectful space, enhancing their connection to the learning material and each other.
Participative Design: Our programmes and workshops are co-designed with the communities we serve to ensure that participants feel a strong sense of involvement and ownership. This method enhances engagement by making learning experiences relevant and directly connected to their lives, thus strengthening community ties and individual commitment.
Experiential Learning: By integrating experiential learning, we allow participants to engage directly with the material in ways that are pertinent to their cultural and personal contexts. This approach helps solidify learning by connecting new knowledge to familiar experiences and environments, fostering both personal and communal growth.
