Deb Batterham

Background

About Deb Batterham

I have worked as a researcher in the Specialist Homelessness Sector for nearly 20 years. In that time I have conducted numerous research projects on homelessness using qualitative and quantitative methods and have extensive experience undertaking interviews and focus groups with people with lived experience, SHS staff and key stakeholders. While I have a breadth of research skills I am particularly interested in and focused on quantitative work on homelessness and understanding the broader structural factors that drive aggregate rates of homelessness and the spatial dynamics of homelessness. I'm continuing to build my skills in modelling and academic publishing. I am also interested in the different ways we might conceptualize and theorize about homelessness and social justice. I am passionate about improving service delivery and policy to prevent, reduce and address homelessness. In my research work I aim to produce robust evidence to • Advocate for, improve policy responses and services for, people experiencing homelessness. • Increase understanding of homelessness – particularly it’s geography and connection to broader structural factors such as the housing market, institutional arrangements and a range of government policy areas, and poverty • Contribute to a more just society where homelessness will be ended My PhD (awarded 2020) examined homelessness, risk of homelessness and private rental markets in Australia. I also enjoy gardening, bike riding with my son, and playing my ukulele badly.