Dr. Kristy Chong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kristy is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Monash University Malaysia. Her work focuses on developing expertise in the sociopolitical determinants of health and well-being, particularly through the lens of decolonial feminism. She is expanding her research to include community-informed studies that promote co-design and participatory action research among marginalized communities, exploring the social determinants of well-being from Indigenous perspectives. Her current research interests encompass sociohistorical influences on social inequalities, cultural perspectives on family dynamics, and well-being outcomes for adolescents. She emphasizes culturally sensitive methodologies to promote diversity and inclusivity, articulating sustainable and equitable ways of enhancing well-being for broader humanity. Her research is guided by a social constructivist perspective, centering the lived experiences and narratives of participants to critically examine societal norms, values, and power structures that shape perceptions and actions.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Monash University Malaysia • Melbourne, Australia

Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, focusing on health and well-being.

Awards

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Exploring Influence of Colonialism, Race and Inequality in Malaysia

2023-09-08

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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