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Genevieve Ritchie is a Lecturer in Youth Work at Western Sydney University's School of Social Sciences. With a PhD from the University of Toronto, she has established herself as a critical scholar working at the intersection of youth studies, migration, and Marxist-feminist theory.
Her research interests span youth migration, political economy, community development, and critical feminist theory. Ritchie's work consistently examines the relationship between migration and class struggle, particularly focusing on refugee youth experiences. She explores how consciousness forms among young migrants navigating global capitalism, with specific attention to political economy frameworks, feminist perspectives, and Marxist analyses of social transformation.
Her publication record demonstrates significant scholarly contributions, with notable works including the 2022 edited volume Marxism and Migration and several articles examining refugee youth, class formation, and political consciousness. Her research shows a clear trajectory from foundational work in social theory toward increasingly focused studies on migration, youth, and political economy.
Ritchie's academic work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to migration, inclusion, and social justice. Her scholarship connects theoretical frameworks with practical implications for policy and education, especially concerning displaced young adults and refugee resettlement.
As an active researcher, she has maintained consistent scholarly output across more than a decade, with particular productivity in recent years. Her work bridges academic theory with community engagement, reflecting a commitment to critical pedagogy and social transformation through education.
