Lyn Francis

Dr. Lyn Francis serves as an Adjunct Fellow in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Western Sydney University, a position held since February 2017. With 12 years of academic experience across University of Newcastle, Charles Darwin University, and Griffith University, she currently coordinates two specialized courses: Legal and Ethical Issues in Midwifery and an international healthcare comparative Field Study unit.

Her educational foundation includes:

• PhD, University of Newcastle (2015)
• Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching, University of Newcastle (2008)
• Masters in Legal Practice with Merit, Australian National University (2006)
• Bachelor of Laws, University of Newcastle (2003)
• Masters in Health Management, University of New England (1998)
• Bachelor of Nursing, University of New England (1993)

Dr. Francis's research bridges domestic violence support systems, gender equity, healthcare law/ethics, and maternal/child health through an interdisciplinary lens. Her work examines how legal frameworks intersect with nursing practice to improve outcomes for abuse survivors and marginalized communities, emphasizing practical applications in clinical settings.

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