Dr. Stephanie Wescott

Biography

Stephanie Wescott is a feminist academic, writer, and speaker whose work aims to drive systemic change in schools and communities regarding gendered violence and misogyny. Her research focuses on the epistemic currents that govern lives, the relations of power, and the discourse that shapes societal structures, particularly interests in epistemological masculinist supremacy and its relation to violence, which informs patriarchal social arrangements. Currently, Wescott's work includes advocacy efforts designed to counter the influence of the manosphere in educational contexts, notably in enhancing the safety and justice for women, girls, and non-binary people in schools. She has collaborated with Professor Steven Roberts on a significant academic study about the impact of Andrew Tate's influence in schools, attracting international media attention and sparking important discussions about rising online misogyny. Wescott regularly shares her expertise through panels and keynote speeches at various educational institutions and organizations. As a member of the Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre and an Affiliate Researcher at the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, she is deeply involved in critical research and teaching commitments in the Bachelor of Education and Masters of Teaching programs at Monash. Her dedication to addressing gender issues in education has earned her several awards, including the 2025 Sociology Action Award from the Australian Sociological Association for her outstanding contribution to sociological practice in Australia.

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