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Jack Farrugia is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Kids Research Institute, Australia. His research focuses on the complexities of Australian identity and LGBTIQA+ health, particularly amongst young people facing intimate partner violence. Jack is currently involved in the Optimise+ research project, which aims to enhance mental health and substance use services for LGBTQ+ individuals through community-controlled organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology from Curtin University. His PhD research examined the impacts of racism, discrimination, and systemic inequities on Australian identity. Jack has worked on multiple research projects aimed at improving health outcomes for LGBTIQA+ youth and has created educational resources on intimate partner violence tailored for this community. His work emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and he is dedicated to fostering equitable outcomes and dismantling exclusionary systems, reflecting his commitment to anti-discrimination practices.
Kids Research Institute Australia • Australia
Conducting research in LGBTIQA+ health support and service improvement.
University of Western Australia • Perth
Researching complexities of Australian identity and LGBTIQA+ health.
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