About
Frances Egan is a Lecturer in Global Studies at Monash University, affiliated with the Monash Intercultural Lab (MIL). Her interdisciplinary work bridges Literary Studies, Translation Studies, and Gender Studies with a focus on French and Francophone texts. She holds a joint PhD from the University of Melbourne and Université Sorbonne Nouvelle – Paris 3 (2019), specializing in French literature and translation. Her research examines identity formation through transnational, gendered, and linguistic perspectives, particularly in works by women writers.
Key projects include leading a 2023–2024 initiative to develop intercultural dialogue toolkits for online exchange programs. Her recent publications (2023–2024) analyze intersectional storytelling in contemporary French literature, queer Muslim identities, and gendered pedagogy. She has translated notable works like Nelly Arcan’s Peggy and Chloé Savoie-Bernard’s Halle Berry and Me.
Egan’s articles frequently address themes of cultural displacement, feminist narratives, and the political dimensions of translation. She engages with contemporary debates in global studies through media contributions, including analyses of Bonjour Tristesse and The Handmaid’s Tale. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and gender equality.
