Bronwyn Myers-Franchi

Professor Bronwyn Myers-Franchi is a prominent academic at Curtin University, serving as Director of the Curtin enAble Institute within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her work focuses on global health equity, mental health interventions, substance use disorders, and HIV/AIDS care. She leads research teams addressing challenges in low-resource settings, particularly in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.

Her research spans clinical psychology, public health policy, and healthcare system integration. Key areas include stigma reduction in HIV/TB care, peer recovery coaching for substance use, and patient-centered approaches to chronic disease management. Collaborations with institutions like the South African Medical Research Council and the WHO highlight her global impact.

Myers-Franchi's publications (over 150 articles) emphasize intervention trials, qualitative studies on healthcare access, and interdisciplinary approaches to complex health issues. Notable projects include the Siyakhana stigma reduction trial and the Khanya behavioral intervention for HIV medication adherence.

Her work has shaped policy on integrated care models and informed global health strategies for marginalized populations. Current initiatives focus on mental health in maternal care, digital health innovations, and pandemic resilience in healthcare systems.