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Sally Mordike is an HDR candidate in the Faculty of Arts and Education at Charles Sturt University and an Adjunct Research Associate with the Centre for Religion, Ethics and Society (CRES) and Centre for Ageing and Pastoral Studies (CAPS) at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture (ACC&C). Her research focuses on ageing, spirituality, and the lived experiences of older people in residential care and dementia contexts.
Her educational qualifications include:
- Master of Ageing and Pastoral Studies, with Distinction, Charles Sturt University (2020)
- Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Counselling, Charles Sturt University (2016)
- Bachelor of Social Work, Australian Catholic University (2008)
- Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours, Australian National University (1995)
Her research explores the intersection of spirituality and ageing, emphasizing meaning of home, frailty, and lived experience through narrative methodologies. She investigates how older people construct identity and belonging in aged care settings, particularly focusing on relational dynamics and spiritual well-being. This work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for healthy ageing and quality of life.
Her recent publications (2022-2024) consistently examine subjective experiences of ageing through qualitative and mixed-methods approaches. Key thematic clusters include conceptualizations of 'home' in residential care, embodied experiences of frailty, and spiritual dimensions of dementia care. These works bridge gerontology, pastoral theology, and social work, often featuring co-authored analyses of narrative data from older adults.
Her scientific achievements include:
- Fellowship for the HDR Colloquium, Faculty of Arts and Education (2023)
- Greg Eather Memorial Prize (2021)
- HDR Colloquium 'Best in Panel': School of Theology ($200) (2023)
- HDR Colloquium 'Best in Show' ($800) (2023)
Sally contributes to academic service through conference organization and peer review, notably for the 10th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality. She collaborates within the Ageing Well Research Group and the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, developing projects that integrate theological perspectives with gerontological research to improve aged care practices.
