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Ben Lohmeyer is a Full Member in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work at Flinders University, affiliated with the Institute for Mental Health and Wellbeing. His research focuses on youth and social harm, including violence, bullying, and loneliness, employing a sociological lens to critique systemic societal structures. He holds a PhD in Sociology from Flinders University, a Master of Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Sydney, and a BA in Youth Work from Tabor.
- Educations:
- PhD (Sociology), Flinders University
- Master of Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Sydney
- BA (Youth Work), Tabor
His research investigates how violence is embedded in societal narratives and institutions, challenging moral panics around youth behavior. Key themes include bullying in schools, the impact of social media, and systemic inequities shaping young people’s lives. He emphasizes addressing violence celebrated in sports or politics while critiquing its acceptance in educational or parliamentary contexts.
Recent articles explore foster care systems, mentoring programs for 'at-risk' youth, and the liberalising effects of sociology in faith-based education. His work intersects with UN SDGs addressing inequality and mental health.
- Awards:
- Early Career Research Excellence Award (2024)
- Best Lived Experience Engagement (2024)
- Teaching Excellence Award (2023)
He teaches Social Policy in Social Work programs, using podcasts and flipped classrooms to foster student debates on policy issues like healthcare and housing. His supervisory philosophy supports youth-focused researchers through mentorship. Collaborations include networks like the Southern Youth Round Table and conferences such as YP + Me.
Current projects involve evaluating mentoring frameworks for care-experienced youth and critiquing neoliberal violence in youth services. He advocates for systemic reforms to address loneliness and bullying through policy and institutional change.
