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Audrey Cooper is an Associate Professor in the School of Language, Education, and Culture at Gallaudet University, specializing in International Development with a focus on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Deaf community inclusion. She holds a PhD in Anthropology from American University, emphasizing race, gender, and social justice.
Education:
- PhD, Anthropology, American University (2011)
- MSW, City University of New York (1995)
- MS, Dance/Movement Therapy, City University of New York (1995)
- BFA, Dance, Ohio University (1989)
Research Interests: Audrey’s work centers on disability-inclusive disaster preparedness, Deaf-led social organizing, and linguistic rights in global development. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address systemic barriers faced by marginalized communities in crises, particularly in Vietnam, Puerto Rico, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Recent Article Themes: Her publications (2020–2024) analyze earthquake early warning accessibility, climate change impacts on Deaf communities, and inclusive disaster policies. Key areas include policy design, community engagement in DRR, and sign language advocacy.
Awards & Recognition:
- Society for Linguistic Anthropology Distinguished Scholar (2020)
- Rachel Hartig Award for Research Excellence (2017)
- Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award (2022)
Advising & Grants: Advised over 100 graduate students since 2016. Secured funding for projects like the DEP Summer Institute in Japan and USAID-linked disability inclusion initiatives.
Labs/Initiatives: Leads Gallaudet’s Disaster Risk Reduction (DEP) program and collaborates with FEMA, UN agencies, and NGOs to advance inclusive emergency management practices.
