Keith Quayle (he/him pronouns), a proud Barkindji man, community advocate, writer, and organiser whose work sits at the intersection of justice, culture, and identity. Raised on Dharug Country in Sydney's west, Keith brings both lived experience and cultural knowledge to his advocacy.
He is the founder of NSW Community Advocates for People in Prison, a First Nationsled, grassroots mutual aid movement supporting people inside and pushing for systemic reform. Keith is recognised nationally for his leadership in improving outcomes for trans and gender-diverse people in custody, serving on advisory bodies and working directly with communities to challenge harmful policies and practices.
Keith is also a published essayist and storyteller whose work explores incarceration, sovereignty, queerness, and survival. His voice has contributed to platforms such as Overland and Queerstories, where
he uses narrative as a tool for truth-telling and change.
Through all his work, Keith calls us to build justice systems rooted in humanity, cultural safety, and self-determination.
He is the founder of NSW Community Advocates for People in Prison, a First Nationsled, grassroots mutual aid movement supporting people inside and pushing for systemic reform. Keith is recognised nationally for his leadership in improving outcomes for trans and gender-diverse people in custody, serving on advisory bodies and working directly with communities to challenge harmful policies and practices.
Keith is also a published essayist and storyteller whose work explores incarceration, sovereignty, queerness, and survival. His voice has contributed to platforms such as Overland and Queerstories, where
he uses narrative as a tool for truth-telling and change.
Through all his work, Keith calls us to build justice systems rooted in humanity, cultural safety, and self-determination.