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Emma Atherton is a Lecturer in Sociology at Charles Sturt University (CSU), specializing in feminist theory, queer studies, and intersectional DEI education. She holds a PhD in Philosophy from MIT (2015) and a BA (Hons) in Philosophy from the University of Melbourne (year unspecified). Her research bridges philosophy, science/technology studies, and feminist/queer theory, focusing on topics like fat studies, DEI training, and skills-based pedagogy in regional universities.
Key research interests include gender justice, sexual agency, and the moral dimensions of cultural practices. Her 2021 article Moralizing hunger critiques diet culture's fatphobic rhetoric, while recent work explores queer sex education and DEI strategies amid societal backlash.
Awarded CSU's Excellence in Teaching Award (2024), she teaches in the Graduate Certificate in Intersectionality, Diversity, and Inclusion. Peer-reviewed contributions include roles at Hypatia and Fat Studies Journal. She co-designed the Intersectionality Walk program for public service and academic audiences.
Notable collaborations include projects on regional university pedagogy and skills-based learning, often employing focus groups and thematic analysis. Her work aligns with UN SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality).
