Michelle Voyer

Michelle Voyer is a Principal Fellow and Research Fellow at the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS) at the University of Wollongong. She holds the Keira Endowed Chair in Energy Futures and leads interdisciplinary research on the human dimensions of marine conservation, ocean governance, and the Blue Economy. Her work emphasizes social equity, community engagement, and Indigenous knowledge integration in policy and decision-making.

Education and Background: Michelle has a marine science background and over a decade of experience in Australian government roles. Her research bridges social science, policy analysis, and environmental management.

Research Interests: Her studies focus on sustainable development of ocean resources, equitable governance models, and cross-cultural collaboration. She explores how social values and community input can shape policies for marine conservation and renewable energy transitions.

Grants and Funding: Michelle has secured funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC), Nippon Foundation, and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Notable projects include the 'Blue Futures' initiative and studies on offshore renewable energy and Indigenous blue economies.

Advisory Roles: She contributes to advisory boards such as the Victorian Marine and Coastal Council’s Science Panel and the Earth System Governance Taskforce on Ocean Governance.

Labs and Teams: Affiliated with ANCORS, she collaborates with global networks like the Blue Economy Cooperative Research Centre and engages with policymakers, industry, and communities to advance actionable solutions for ocean sustainability.