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Dr. Priscilla Dunk-West is an academic affiliated with Flinders University’s College of Education, Psychology and Social Work. Her primary role is as a Professor specializing in sociological and social work research. She has extensive experience in academia across Australia and England, with a focus on child protection, sexual health counselling, and the intersections of identity, relationships, and parenting.
Research Interests: Her work centers on intimate relationships, sexual identity, parenting after separation, and child-centred social work in domestic violence contexts. Current projects include studies on child protection decision-making and long-term relationship dynamics. She has authored five books, including the critically acclaimed How to be a Social Worker: A Critical Guide for Students, translated into Swedish.
Grants & Collaborations: Dr. Dunk-West has secured multiple grants, including a 2018-2019 project on domestic violence collaborative practice ($150,094) and a 2013 Flinders University grant for sexuality and gender research. Her collaborative work spans child welfare, family violence, and educational equity.
Labs & Teams: While specific lab names are not mentioned, her research frequently involves interdisciplinary teams addressing social work practice, child protection, and LGBTQ+ rights. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to gender equality and reduced inequalities.
