• The University of Western Australia (M431), 35 Stirling Highway,

    6009 Perth

    Australia

  • The University of Western Australia (M409), 35 Stirling Highway,

    6009 Perth

    Australia

  • The University of Western Australia (M702), 35 Stirling Highway,

    6009 Perth

    Australia

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Biography

Dorinda 't Hart is a health sociologist affiliated with the School of Population and Global Health. With a commitment to advancing knowledge, her research spans various facets of public health, with a specific emphasis on women's health, reproductive health, motherhood, community dynamics, and qualitative research methodology.

Dorinda's work examines the intricate relationship between individuals and the social contexts they inhabit. Her keen interest lies in understanding how social structures influence health and wellbeing outcomes. Currently, she actively contributes to consumer-driven breast cancer research, showcasing her commitment to impactful and patient-centered studies. Previously, she contributed to the ARC project 'Social Practices of Oral Health in Australian Preschool Children,' demonstrating her versatility and expertise across diverse health-related domains.

Her PhD research project, titled 'Post-Abortion Narratives shared by Perth women,' delves into the complex and nuanced aspects of women's agency in making abortion decisions. Focusing on the interplay between individual autonomy and social context, this project sheds light on the exercise of agency by autonomous women navigating the landscape of abortion decisions. This work reflects a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between individuals and the societal factors that influence decision-making processes.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 5 - Gender Equality
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Education/Academic qualification

Social Sciences, PhD, Post-Abortion Narratives shared by Perth women: Personal decision-making as embedded social practice, The University of Western Australia

3 Feb 201915 Feb 2023

Award Date: 28 Jul 2023

Anthropology and Sociology, Bachelor of Arts (Hons), The University of Western Australia

Award Date: 14 Dec 2017

External positions

Postgraduate Portfolio Leader, The Australian Sociological Association

Jan 2022Dec 2022

Co-convener Families & Relationships Thematic Group, The Australian Sociological Association

Jan 2022Dec 2023

Research expertise keywords

  • Women's health
  • Reproductive health
  • Qualitative Methods
  • Community engagement
  • Breast cancer screening
  • Public health

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