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Dr. Kim Hudson PhD FHEA is a Lecturer in Real World Learning at Murdoch University in the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, where she also serves as Academic Chair for the Sociology major. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Murdoch University and is recognized as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Her research and teaching interests span sociology, community development, education, team teaching, leadership, carers, spirituality, and religion. These align with her Google Scholar profile focusing on perceptions, beliefs, social structures, practice, learning, and teaching. Dr. Hudson is actively involved in professional learning initiatives, as noted in the Murdoch University Annual Report 2024.

Dr. Hudson's scholarly contributions include the co-authored publication 'Slow Dancing in a Microsoft Teams Room: A Sociology of Leadership in the Age of Geographic Dispersal' with Dr. Samuel Teague and Dr. Noraisha Oyama, published in 2025 in the Journal of Applied Learning and Teaching. This work explores leadership dynamics in geographically dispersed teams. She previously published 'Practitioners' Views on Involving Young Children in Decision Making: Challenges for the Children's Rights Agenda' in the Australasian Journal of Early Childhood (Volume 37, Issue 2, pages 4-9, 2012), examining childcare practitioners' perspectives on children's participation. Another publication is 'Biodiversity and Tourism: A Valuable Relationship' co-authored with Diane Lee in 2010, addressing intersections between environmental conservation and tourism. Her academic journey began with an Honours thesis titled 'Community Development: Behind the Rhetoric - How It Is Perceived and Practiced' in 2001, supervised by Patricia Harris and David David. In teaching, she coordinates units such as MSP200 Building Employability Skills in Career Learning and supports work-integrated learning through programs like volunteer abroad for academic credit. Beyond academia, Dr. Hudson is a member of the Carers Advisory Council, advising the Western Australian Minister for Health and Disability Services, drawing from her expertise and personal experience as a carer. Her multifaceted roles demonstrate a dedication to integrating theoretical insights from social sciences with practical educational and community outcomes.