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Rita Wilson is Professor of Translation Studies in the School of Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Linguistics at Monash University and Founding Director of the Monash Intercultural Lab (MIL). She has been a faculty member since 2005 and has previously taught at the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Melbourne.
Her research centers on the interplay between translation, migration, and cultural identity. Key areas include transcultural narrative practices, self-translation, women's writing, and intercultural competence. Her work addresses themes such as language, mobility, citizenship, and social inclusion in migratory contexts. She contributes to the growing field of migration and translation studies, emphasizing the role of language in settlement and representation.
Her recent publications span crisis translation, urban translation, and community-based interpreting. The 15 most recent articles reflect a strong trend in applying translation theory to real-world issues such as public health communication, volunteer interpreter training, and multicultural policy, often with a focus on Australia and transnational communities.
- Faculty of Arts Dean’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Research Supervision (2015)
- Faculty of Arts Dean's Award for Research Impact (2017)
- Victoria’s Multicultural Awards for Excellence (2010)
Rita Wilson has successfully supervised over 40 postgraduate students in Italian Studies and Translation Studies. She has led and participated in numerous research grants, including projects funded by Caritas Australia and the Department of Education (Australia), focusing on community translation, social cohesion, and crisis communication. Her editorial roles include co-editing The Translator, a leading journal in the field.
She is a key figure in the Monash Intercultural Lab, which fosters interdisciplinary research on cultural contact and exchange. She also collaborates with institutions such as Goldsmiths, University of London, and engages in national and international academic networks through seminars, lectures, and editorial responsibilities.
