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Dr. Jennifer Hasselgard-Rowe is a Research Fellow at the Global Health Centre, Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, and serves as Executive Coordinator of the Geneva Platform on Human Rights, Health and Psychoactive Substances. She holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne (2017) and dual degrees in Law and Arts from the Australian National University. Her expertise spans human rights law, international humanitarian law, and substance use policy, with a focus on harm reduction and evidence-based public health practices. She has conducted extensive research on detention policies for drug users, particularly in Cambodia, and contributes to global drug policy reform through collaborative initiatives like the Geneva Platform.
Education:
- PhD in Law and Public Health, University of Melbourne (2017)
- BA/LLB (Hons), Australian National University
Research Focus: Jennifer’s work examines intersections of health, human rights, and international law, with notable contributions on drug policy reform, harm reduction strategies, and the rights of marginalized populations. Her research employs mixed methodologies, including qualitative studies on healthcare decision-making and cross-sectional analyses of public health trends.
Key Contributions: Her publications address critical issues such as statin prescription in multimorbid patients, binge drinking among youth, and the economic impacts of female genital mutilation (FGM). She has also authored chapters on sustainable development’s implications for global health law, bridging legal frameworks and public health outcomes.
She collaborates across disciplines, speaking six languages and working with organizations like the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent. Her roles emphasize translating research into policy advocacy, particularly in Geneva-based health and human rights forums.
