Christy Newman

An unapologetic reimagination of gender: Daniel Lavery shocks and discredits

15 Jun 2022

American author Daniel M Lavery takes a detour through the cultural canon in recounting the journey of his gender affirmation, in conversation with UNSW Sydney social researcher Christy E Newman.

What is the point of awareness days?

05 Mar 2021

While there are many different days dedicated to raising awareness, many go beyond simply drawing attention to a cause.

Ending social stigma: families living with HIV, hep B and hep C

02 Dec 2020

A group of UNSW Sydney researchers has released a groundbreaking report expected to improve the lives of people with bloodborne viruses.

Experiences of discrimination drive distrust in digital health

21 Oct 2020

Communities affected by blood-borne viruses and STIs are more likely to opt out of digital health services, says a new national study.

Prevention of HIV increasing, but no one should be left behind: UNSW report

24 Sep 2018

New reports released today show that increases in government funding for prevention strategies are achieving significant reductions in the risk of HIV transmission.

Queer families: Documenting stories of adversity, diversity and belonging

19 Feb 2018

The same-sex marriage debate was a reminder that some people view queer sexuality and family life as incompatible but UNSW's Dr Christy Newman hopes her research will help change that.

Same-sex marriage: what our leaders could learn from grandma

08 Aug 2017

If her grandmother could expand her beliefs and see the need for marriage equality, Christy Newman asks, what's our politicians' excuse?