Our Story
I'm Brent McKnoulty, a proud Gamilaraay man living on Turrbal and Yuggera Country and the founder of Which Way Education Consultants. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across schools, universities, and community-led initiatives, with a strong focus on Indigenous knowledge systems, educational equity, and systems accountability.
My experience spans leadership, research, and practice. I’ve worked in roles that include directing national initiatives, lecturing in teacher education, engaging with government and sector stakeholders, and leading community-informed projects. This work has been grounded in real contexts, from classrooms and community organisations through to system-level reform.
I’m currently completing a PhD examining the systemic barriers Indigenous students face and developing community-informed recommendations to strengthen pre-service teacher education. My work draws on this research alongside years of practice, enabling me to support organisations in moving beyond intention and into meaningful, considered change.
At the heart of everything I do is who I am as an Indigenous person and the communities that have shaped me into who I am today. Whether it's program design, research, or community engagement, I lead with care, accountability, and a commitment to seeing our communities thrive.
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.
