Overview
Background
I am a public health sociologist with research interests in the health and wellbeing of people experiencing marginalisation and the social determinants of (sexual) health. I am the course coordinator of PUBH7033 Foundations of Public Health and PUBH7003 Qualitative Research Methods. I am engaged in social research projects related to HIV, sexual health, young people, LGBTIQ+ health, sex worker health and the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Availability
- Associate Professor Lisa Fitzgerald is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Arts, University of Canterbury
- Masters (Coursework), University of Canterbury
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Otago
Research interests
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Qualitative Longitudinal Research
Using qualitative methodologies that use time as a major component e.g. life history, qualitative longitudinal research and visual methods.
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Social determinants of (sexual) health
HIV social research, ageing, young people, LGBTIQ+, gender variant and sexually diverse, regional/rural
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Community and participatory research methods/co-design
Exploring the health and well being of people experiencing marginalisation. Working in partnership, collaboratively with community/key stakeholders in research that has direct application to the community.
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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Threshold concepts in Public Health, Student as partners, Teaching and learning of the social determinants of health, Intergration in Public Health curriculum design, technology enhanced learning and teaching
Research impacts
I am am a member of a highly productive research team at UQ SPH whose goal is to develop and contribute to innovative multidisciplinary approaches to sexual health and HIV social research, forge and foster collaborations to reduce HIV and STI prevalence and, above all, improve the lives of people. I have lead innovative qualitative research projects and have contributed to the translation of research to policy and practice through active engagement with and membership of government and non-government committees and agencies. I work collaboratively and in partnership with community/key stakeholders in research, to have direct application to community, government and non-government organisations. My research has had direct education, service provsion and policy impact in (sexual) health, HIV services, and sex work policy, both locally and internationally.
Works
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2010
Conference Publication
More than a cut: acceptability of male circumcision for HIV prevention in PNG
Kupul, M., Kelly, A., Aeno, H., Neo, J., Neketrumb, R., Fitzgerald, L., Kaldor, J., Siba, P., Siba, P. and Vallely, A. (2010). More than a cut: acceptability of male circumcision for HIV prevention in PNG. ASHM Australian HIV/AIDS Conference, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 20-22 October 2010.
2010
Journal Article
Introduction
Abel, Gillian and Fitzgerald, Lisa (2010). Introduction. Taking the Crime out of Sex Work: New Zealand Sex Workers' Fight for Decriminalisation, 1-22. doi: 10.2307/j.ctt9qgqkd.6
2010
Book Chapter
Conclusion
Abel, Gillian and Fitzgerald, Lisa (2010). Conclusion. Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers' fight for decriminalisation. (pp. 259-264) Bristol, United Kingdom: Policy Press. doi: 10.1332/policypress/9781847423344.003.0015
2010
Book Chapter
Christchurch School of Medicine study: methodology and methods
Abel, Gillian, Fitzgerald, Lisa and Brunton, Cheryl (2010). Christchurch School of Medicine study: methodology and methods. Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers' fight for decriminalisation. (pp. 159-170) Bristol, United Kingdom: Policy Press. doi: 10.1332/policypress/9781847423344.003.0010
2010
Book Chapter
Decriminalisation and stigma
Abel, Gillian and Fitzgerald, Lisa (2010). Decriminalisation and stigma. Taking the Crime out of Sex Work: New Zealand Sex Workers' Fight for Decriminalisation. (pp. 239-258) Policy Press.
2010
Book Chapter
Introduction
Abel, Gillian and Fitzgerald, Lisa (2010). Introduction. Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers' fight for decriminalisation. (pp. 1-16) Bristol, United Kingdom: Policy Press. doi: 10.1332/policypress/9781847423344.003.0001
2010
Conference Publication
Social isolation in people living with HIV/AIDS in South East Queensland: determinants and consequences
Fitzgerald, L., Howard, C., Sherman, J., Wojciechowski, L., Keeley, S., Reynolds, S., Lambert, S., O'Donnell, V. and Valley, A. (2010). Social isolation in people living with HIV/AIDS in South East Queensland: determinants and consequences. ASHM Australian HIV/AIDS Conference, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 20-22 October 2010.
2010
Book Chapter
Risk and risk management in sex work post-Prostitution Reform Act: a public health perspective
Abel, Gillian and Fitzgerald, Lisa (2010). Risk and risk management in sex work post-Prostitution Reform Act: a public health perspective. Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers' fight for decriminalisation. (pp. 217-234) Bristol, United Kingdom: Policy Press. doi: 10.1332/policypress/9781847423344.003.0013
2010
Book
Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers’ fight for decriminalisation
Abel, Gillian, Fitzgerald, Lisa, Healy, Catherine and Taylor, Aline (2010). Taking the crime out of sex work: New Zealand sex workers’ fight for decriminalisation. Policy Press.
2009
Journal Article
The Impact of Decriminalisation on the Number of Sex Workers in New Zealand
Abel, GM, Fitzgerald, LJ and Brunton, C (2009). The Impact of Decriminalisation on the Number of Sex Workers in New Zealand. JOURNAL OF SOCIAL POLICY, 38 (3), 515-531. doi: 10.1017/S0047279409003080
2009
Journal Article
A qualitative study on the acceptability and preference of three types of long-lasting insecticide-treated bed nets in Solomon Islands: Implications for malaria elimination
Atkinson, Jo-An, Bobogare, Albino, Fitzgerald, Lisa, Boaz, Leonard, Appleyard, Bridget, Toaliu, Hilson and Vallely, Andrew (2009). A qualitative study on the acceptability and preference of three types of long-lasting insecticide-treated bed nets in Solomon Islands: Implications for malaria elimination. Malaria Journal, 8 (1) 119, 119.1-119.12. doi: 10.1186/1475-2875-8-119
2009
Conference Publication
Decriminalisation of sex work in New Zealand
Fitzgerald, L. and Abel, G. (2009). Decriminalisation of sex work in New Zealand. Challenging Myths and perceptions: Working to reduce stigma and enhance public understanding of people who work in the sex industry’, Victoria, BC, Canada, 17-18 January 2009.
2009
Conference Publication
Decriminalization of sex work: the New Zealand experience
Abel, G. and Fitzgerald, L. (2009). Decriminalization of sex work: the New Zealand experience. 19th World Congress for Sexual Health, Goteborg, Sweden, 21-25 June 2009.
2008
Journal Article
On a fast-track into adulthood: an exploration of transitions into adulthood for street-based sex workers in New Zealand
Abel, Gillian Michelle and Fitzgerald, Lisa Jane (2008). On a fast-track into adulthood: an exploration of transitions into adulthood for street-based sex workers in New Zealand. Journal of Youth Studies, 11 (4), 361-376. doi: 10.1080/13676260802104808
2007
Conference Publication
"I'm on my way now in so many ways": Young people who have exited statutory care and protection access to social resources
Fitzgerald, L. (2007). "I'm on my way now in so many ways": Young people who have exited statutory care and protection access to social resources. Transitioning into Adulthood: Theory, Research, Practice and Policy, Victoria, BC. Canada, October 25 -26 2007.
2007
Conference Publication
Hooking up young person style: Contexts affecting adolescent sexual initiation
Fitzgerald, L. (2007). Hooking up young person style: Contexts affecting adolescent sexual initiation. The New Zealand Sexual Health 29th Annual Conference, Rotorua, N.Z., 24-25 August 2007.
2007
Other Outputs
The impact of the Prostitution Reform Act on the health and safety practices of sex workers
Abel, Gillian, Fitzgerald, Lisa and Brunton, Cheryl (2007). The impact of the Prostitution Reform Act on the health and safety practices of sex workers. Christchurch, New Zealand: Department of Public Health and General Practice, University of Otago.
2007
Conference Publication
Localising young people’s health: implications for public health policy and practice
Fitzgerald, Lisa (2007). Localising young people’s health: implications for public health policy and practice. 6th Australian & New Zealand Youth Health Conference: Research into Practice, Evidence into Policy, Christchurch, New Zealand, 23-26 September 2007.
2007
Conference Publication
Has decriminalsation impacted on the non-work context of sex workers lives? A preliminary analysis of in-depth interviews with New zealand sex workers
Fitzgerald, L. (2007). Has decriminalsation impacted on the non-work context of sex workers lives? A preliminary analysis of in-depth interviews with New zealand sex workers. 18th World Association for Sexual Health/ 1st World Congress of Sexual Health, Sydney, 15-19 April, 2007.
2007
Other Outputs
A critical media analysis of the print media reporting on the implementation of the Prostitution Reform Act, 2003-2006
Pascoe, N., Fitzgerald, L., Abel, G. and Brunton, C. (2007). A critical media analysis of the print media reporting on the implementation of the Prostitution Reform Act, 2003-2006. Christchurch: University of Otago.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Lisa Fitzgerald is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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Social determinants of (sexual) health
Can discuss research opportunities that examine the social determinants of health using mixed methods or qualitative research methods- HIV social research, LGBTIQ+, young people, regional/rural
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Projects that use qualitative methods to examine 'lived experiences' of inequalities
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Understandings, opportunities, and challenges to the implementation of comprehensive, positive, pleasure-based approaches to sexuality education and sexual and reproductive health promotion in Queensland, Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch
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Doctor Philosophy
Where is the Indigenous in Indigenous Public Health?
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Recognition of the 'work' and understanding concepts of 'health' and 'health care' of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners in urban South East Queensland
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Newly Arrived Asian-born Gay Men in Queensland, Australia: A Decolonial Qualitative Exploration of Sexual Health Literacy as Social Practices Embedded within Migrant Networks
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Doctor Philosophy
Where is the Indigenous in Indigenous Public Health?
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Newly Arrived Asian-born Gay Men in Queensland, Australia: A Decolonial Qualitative Exploration of Sexual Health Literacy as Social Practices Embedded within Migrant Networks
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Doctor Philosophy
'The Unknown Warriors' continuing the fight of the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Worker and Practitioner workforce in urban South East Queensland
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Where is the Indigenous in Indigenous Public Health?
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
An exploration of young, Queer people's experiences of place, belonging and health in rural Australia.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch
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Doctor Philosophy
An exploration of young, Queer people's experiences of place, belonging and health in rural Australia.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch
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Doctor Philosophy
Triple Complexities in Black Queer Migration to Queensland, Australia: Advocacy, Settlement and Refugeehood
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lisa McDaid, Dr Charlotte Young
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Doctor Philosophy
Co-designing an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation to better meet the needs of Aboriginal young people in Western Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Doctor Philosophy
HIV prevention knowledge, attitudes and practices among Australian youth and young adults: establishing a potential need for PrEP access for those under 18 years of age
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amalie Dyda, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Doctor Philosophy
Queering healthcare: Developing LGBTQIA+ competencies among Australasian health professionals
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Megan Ross
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Doctor Philosophy
HIV prevention knowledge, attitudes, and practices among young Queenslanders: Informing PrEP Access for `at risk¿ youth
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amalie Dyda, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Master Philosophy
Promoting sexual health through LGBTQIA+ inclusion in primary care
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Megan Ross
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Doctor Philosophy
Enhancing harm reduction programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who inject drugs
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Andrew Smirnov
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Doctor Philosophy
Older women in the oldest profession: An exploration of the careers and work experiences of cisgender women 50 years and older engaged in sex work in Queensland
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Judith Dean
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Doctor Philosophy
Examining the feasibility of a place-based social inclusion program for people experiencing housing insecurity in Australia and Canada.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Kim-Huong Nguyen, Professor Sheleigh Lawler
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Newly Arrived Asian-born Gay Men in Queensland, Australia: A Decolonial Qualitative Exploration of Sexual Health Literacy as Social Practices Embedded within Migrant Networks
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
The sexual and reproductive health of women living with HIV in Banten Province Indonesia: Integrating qualitative and quantitative methods
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Judith Dean
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
More Human: An Ethnographic Study of Methamphetamine Recovery
Principal Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Ageing with HIV: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study of the Lived Experience of Older Homosexual Men in Regional Queensland
Principal Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Social Support Networks of People Recently Diagnosed with HIV in Queensland: A Qualitative Exploration
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch, Associate Professor Judith Dean
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Living with HIV in regional Queensland: social ties, care and support in managing a long-term complex chronic illness
Principal Advisor
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
The Psychosocial Impact of Fatal Child Drowning in Queensland and the Availability and Use of Support
Principal Advisor
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Older women in the oldest profession: An exploration of the careers and work experiences of cisgender women 50 years and older engaged in sex work in Queensland
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Judith Dean
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Using drama-based research and practice to understand intimate partner violence with young people in Samoa: Exploring an intersectionality informed approach to health promotion
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allyson Mutch
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Hereditary endometrial cancer: Improving identification and referral of patients with suspected Lynch syndrome
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andreas Obermair, Honorary Professor Amanda Spurdle
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Devolution in Pakistan: Implications for District Health System
Associate Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Engaging communities in malaria elimination in the south-west Pacific
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Gail Williams
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