Deena Mehjabeen

Position

Casual Research Assistant

Biography

Deena Mehjabeen is a PhD candidate and researcher at the Translational Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University. Her PhD research focuses on examining mental health self-care practices and developing recommendations within Arabic-speaking refugee-like communities in Australia and other Western countries. Through her work, Deena aims to make a meaningful impact in global health, particularly by addressing mental health issues among marginalised populations. With a Master of Public Health and Global Health from The University of Sydney, as well as Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Microbiology from the University of Dhaka (Bangladesh), Deena brings a diverse educational background to her work. Her professional background includes significant experience in academia and research. In addition to her academic pursuits, Deena actively volunteers for public health initiatives, contributing to research, policy and practice efforts.

Research Interests

• Migrant and refugee mental health
• Women's health
• Health promotion and policy

Qualifications & Recognition

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate, Western Sydney University
• Australian Health Promotion Association Leading Lights Under 30 AHPA Shooting Star (2021)
• Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship, The University of Sydney (2019)

Research & Publications

For a full list of my publications please view my publications page (opens in a new window)

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