Marion Maddox

Marion Maddox is an Honorary Professor at the School of International Studies, Macquarie University. She holds dual PhDs in Theology (Flinders University, 1992) and Political Philosophy (University of New South Wales, 2000). Her research focuses on religion's intersection with politics, law, and citizenship in Australia and globally. Maddox has authored landmark works such as God Under Howard and Taking God to School, examining the influence of religious movements on public policy. She has led projects on secularism, refugee integration, and historical Christian activism.

Her academic career includes roles as a parliamentary fellow and visiting scholar at institutions like Leibniz University. Maddox critiques religious nationalism and advocates for inclusive secular frameworks. Her recent work explores the legacy of Australian secularism and the evolving role of religion in education and governance.

Maddox has engaged widely in public discourse, contributing to media debates on religious freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, and Christian Lobby politics. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges political theory, sociology, and religious studies, with a focus on Durkheimian frameworks and late capitalist dynamics.