Ashley Schram

Ashley is an interdisciplinary health researcher investigating the intricate relationships between social structures, policy, governance, equity, and human wellbeing. Her work critically analyses, measures, and monitors systemic changes – shifts in rules, norms, power dynamics, and resource distribution that stratify society and influence health outcomes.

At the heart of her research lies an exploration of power and privilege. She investigates these phenomena through the lens of economic policy, with a focus on investment policies and practices. A/Prof Schram has a keen interest in social impact investing, examining its potential and limitations in addressing societal challenges. Beyond economic policy, her research extends to environments for human health, with a primary emphasis on food systems. She delves into the financial and corporate forces shaping these systems, uncovering the complex interplay between economic interests and public health outcomes.