Gregory P Smith

Biography

Gregory is an academic, social researcher and author. He has been with Southern Cross University since 2007. He completed his PhD in 2016 which focused on the issues faced by adults who experienced out-of-home care. He now lectures in the Social Sciences.

Research

Understanding disadvantage in society is always a challenge. Gregory's research investigates the most socially disadvantaged in our society - the homeless and vulnerable. He also explores issues such as shame, stigma and identity in these populations using methodologies within the qualitative paradigm.