معرفی
Jillene Harris is an Adjunct Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Charles Sturt University (CSU). She holds a PhD and First Class Honours from the University of Newcastle. Her work focuses on culturally competent education strategies, Indigenous participation in psychology, and the psychological wellbeing of Indigenous Australians. She has conducted research on pathways for Indigenous mental health professionals and has been recognized for her contributions to curricular innovation in cultural competence.
Education:
- A (Hons) (First Class)
- PhD (University of Newcastle)
Research Interests:
Dr Harris specializes in Indigenous Australians' engagement with psychology, cognitive neuroscience applications in education, and strategies to enhance cultural competence in academic settings. Her work emphasizes:
- Indigenous representation in psychology professions
- Social exclusion dynamics in sport and education
- Integration of Indigenous knowledge systems into pedagogy
Grants & Awards:
- 2013 – Curricular Approaches to Increasing Cultural Competence Award
- 2011 Indigenous Teaching Fellowship ($20k)
- 2010 Indigenous Teaching Fellowship ($40k)
Key Contributions:
Her publications explore Indigenous methodologies in research, cultural safety frameworks, and curriculum development for Indigenous psychology education. She has collaborated on projects like the Australian Indigenous Psychology Education Project (AIPEP) to establish national curriculum standards.
