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Bernadette Moorhead is a distinguished researcher and educator in Social Work at Charles Sturt University's Faculty of Arts and Education. She leads the Social Work Identity International Research Group (SWIIRG), a global collaboration spanning Australia, Japan, Israel, and England, focused on the evolving professional identity of social workers. Her work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in education and social justice.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (2017) from Charles Sturt University
- Bachelor of Social Work (First Class Honors, 2009) from Charles Sturt University
Moorhead's research centers on professional identity formation in social work, graduate support frameworks, and the integration of interpretive phenomenology with critical theory. She has pioneered studies on:
- Workplace learning and field placement strategies
- Globalization of social work through study abroad programs
- Menstrual justice and epistemic equity in social work practice
- Rural and defense sector social work contexts
Her recent publications (2025-2024) emphasize:
- Professional identity sustainability
- Young widow support
- Transformative practice models
- Digital technology integration in skills-based learning
- Post-qualification career development
Scientific awards include:
- Faculty of Arts Compact Funding (2011, 2023)
- Conference Support Schemes (2012, 2018, 2024)
- Research Officer Support Scheme (2018)
As host of The Social Work Café podcast, Moorhead disseminates research through:
- Season 3 episodes on leadership and identity (2025)
- International collaborations (Japan, Europe)
- Public lectures and media contributions
Her professional activities include peer-review work for European Journal of Social Work, Clinical Social Work Journal, and Australian Social Work (2024-2025).
