Frances Doran

Frances Doran is a Senior Lecturer at Southern Cross University's Faculty of Health, affiliated with the Nursing department based in Lismore, NSW. With a multidisciplinary background spanning social sciences, nursing, public health, and health promotion, she maintains active research collaborations with community organizations. Her academic journey includes a BSocSc and MSocSc from the University of Newcastle, a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education from Griffith University, a PhD, and additional qualifications in education.

Research Focus: Dr. Doran's work centers on systemic health inequities, emphasizing feminist and social justice frameworks. Primary research domains include:

• Women's healthcare access barriers, particularly abortion services
• Gestational diabetes prevention and management
• Community-based domestic violence interventions
• Culturally safe healthcare models for Aboriginal communities
• Evaluation of university-community health partnerships

Professional Engagement: She sustains dual roles in academia and community health services, focusing on participatory research with women's health organizations and Aboriginal health centers. Her feminist principles drive commitments to health equity and structural reform.