Scott Hanson-Easey

Dr. Scott Hanson-Easey is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Public Health at The University of Adelaide, within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. He specializes in social psychology and health risk communication, focusing on how communities perceive and respond to anthropogenic climate change-related health risks. His research emphasizes participatory action research to address inequities in public health practices by centering underserved communities' voices.

His expertise spans qualitative and quantitative methods, collaborating with agencies like the Country Fire Authority and SA State Emergency Service. He has published over 65 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics such as climate change communication, disaster risk reduction, and migrant/refugee health. His work often intersects with emergency management, cultural competency, and structural factors influencing health outcomes.

Key research themes include risk perception, health equity, and community-based participatory approaches. He actively engages with policymakers and stakeholders to translate research into actionable strategies for disaster resilience and public health adaptation. His articles highlight interdisciplinary collaboration across epidemiology, geography, and social policy.