Sacha Jamieson

Dr. Sacha Jamieson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, specializing in qualitative research at the intersections of health, carcerality, and professional ethics. Her work critically examines structural oppression, institutional practices, and health equity, particularly focusing on marginalized populations such as incarcerated women and Indigenous communities.

Education:

• PhD (Social Work), UNSW
• BSW (Hons Class 1 and University Medal), UNSW
• BA (History), UNSW

Jamieson’s research addresses:

• Social Work and Carcerality: Analyzing systemic inequities in prison systems and post-release transitions.
• Critical Mental Health: Ethical complexities in treating eating disorders and suicidal distress.
• Indigenous Health: Collaborating with Aboriginal communities to improve aged care and social-emotional wellbeing.
• Professional Power: Investigating decision-making dynamics in healthcare and justice systems.

Her publications highlight trends in:

• Prison-to-community transitions for substance users
• Ethical frameworks for involuntary treatment
• Indigenous research methodologies like Ma Ngaru
• Health disparities among incarcerated Aboriginal women
• Veteran experiences of military suicide loss

Scientific Awards:

• UNSW University Medal (2005)
• UNSW Research Excellence Award (2008)
• Australian Postgraduate Award (2008)

Jamieson supervises research projects on:

• Post-prison recidivism and health
• Migrant mental health interventions
• Rural suicide help-seeking behaviors

She leads community collaborations such as the Dadirri and Placement Principles initiative, centering Indigenous voices in child safety frameworks.