Angeline Ferdinand

Biographic Data

ID5127571
NAMEAngeline Ferdinand
GIVEN NAMESAngeline
FAMILY NAMEFerdinand
SIGNATUREFERDINAND A
AFFILIATIONSThe University of Melbourne
ORCID0000-0002-4816-5539
VERIFIEDYes
TOTAL WORKS17
TOTAL CITATIONS53
WORKS AS AUTHOR17
WORKS AS EDITOR0
FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR2011
LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR2026
H-INDEX3

  • The public health utility of whole genome sequencing

    Open AccessDaisy Wang, Angeline Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEPLOS Global Public Health2026

    Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is increasingly being used to enhance tuberculosis (TB) surveillance and management. However, evidence on how WGS shapes real-world decision-making remains limited. This study explored the utility of WGS in the context of a TB outbreak in Victoria, Australia. We conducted a case study to (1) describe a TB outbreak in Victoria using epidemiological and genomic data and (2) explore the perceived benefits and limitation…

  • Evaluation of a One Health programme to address antimicrobial resistance in Pacific Island Countries

    Open AccessAngeline Ferdinand, Angeline S Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEBMJ Global Health2026

    The emergence and spread of antimicrobial-resistant organisms is a major global health challenge. We report on the approach and outcomes of a programme which aimed to take a One Health approach, incorporating an understanding that the health of humans, animals and the environment are linked. Combating the Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance in Pacific Island Countries (COMBAT-AMR) was funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Trade and design…

  • Enhancing public health infectious disease response through the Australian Pathogen Genomics program (AusPathoGen)

    Open AccessTehzeeb Zulfiqar, Angeline Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2025

    Introduction: Pathogen genomics is rapidly becoming a cornerstone in the surveillance and response to infectious diseases. However, there is little evidence on how it shapes strategies for effective public health response and decision-making. This paper presents the evaluation protocol for the Australian Pathogen Genomics (AusPathoGen) program, which aims to assess the utility of whole genome sequencing in informing public health responses to inf…

  • Identifying factors that influence the use of pathogen genomics in Australia and New Zealand

    Open AccessJames D H Ong, Tehzeeb Zulfiqar et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2024

    Introduction: Pathogen genomics, where whole genome sequencing technologies are used to produce complete genomic sequences of pathogens, is being increasingly used for infectious disease surveillance and outbreak response. Although proof-of-concept studies have highlighted the viability of using pathogen genomics in public health, few studies have investigated how end-users utilize pathogen genomics in public health. We describe a protocol for a …

  • “Equity” in genomic health policies

    Open AccessPrabhathi Basnayake Ralalage, Tala Mitchell et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2024

    Introduction: The field of genomics is rapidly evolving and has made significant impact on the diagnosis and understanding of rare and genetic diseases, in guiding precision medicine in cancer treatment, and in providing personalized risk assessment for disease development and treatment responses. However, according to the literature, there is widespread socio economic and racial inequities in the diagnosis, treatment, and in the use of genomic m…

  • Development of a cross-sectoral antimicrobial resistance capability assessment framework

    Open AccessAngeline Ferdinand, Callum McEwan et al.ARTICLEBMJ Global Health2024

    Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an urgent and growing global health concern, and a clear understanding of existing capacities to address AMR, particularly in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), is needed to inform national priorities, investment targets and development activities. Across LMICs, there are limited data regarding existing mechanisms to address AMR, including national AMR policies, current infection prevention and antim…

  • Culturally competent communication in Indigenous disability assessment

    Open AccessAngeline Ferdinand, Libby Massey et al.ARTICLEInternational Journal for Equity…2021

    Cultural competence in disability assessment and planning can be strengthened through multi-level engagement with the Aboriginal community-controlled sector and community leaders. Implementing mechanisms to enable the involvement of families, trusted service providers and Community Connectors can support a more meaningful understanding of individuals' needs within their cultural context and in relation to their cultural roles

  • Indigenous engagement in health

    Open AccessAngeline Ferdinand, Michelle Lambert et al.ARTICLEInternational Journal for Equity…2020

    The adoption of international policy frameworks forms an important step in ensuring that Indigenous peoples are able to participate in the formation and implementation of health policy and programs. However, without the relevant principles being reflected in national legislature, international agreements hold little weight. At the same time, while a national legislative framework facilitates the engagement of Indigenous peoples, such policy may n…

  • Physical violence and violent threats reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a disability

    Open AccessJ Temple, Heather Wong et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2020

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability are at heightened risk of physical violence and threats compared to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people without disability, with increased exposure for people with multiple, severe or specific disabilities

  • Walking the talk

    Open AccessJ Luke, Angeline Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2020

    Notwithstanding the tensions and criticism of current practice that sees dominant governments policing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations and defining what principles should inform health policy and evaluation practice, this paper reveals shortcomings in current evaluation practice. Firstly, this paper reveals a lack of transparency about current practice, with only 2% of tenders and 25% of reports in the public domain. Secondly, t…

  • Exposure to interpersonal racism and avoidance behaviours reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a disability

    Open AccessJ Temple, Heather Wong et al.ARTICLEAustralian Journal of Social Issues2020References: 35

    Using the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Survey, this paper examines exposure to interpersonal racism and avoidance reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disabilities. We find that in 2014–2015, 32 per cent of people aged 15–64 without a disability experienced racism compared with 42 per cent of those with a disability. Half of those living with an intellectual or psychological disability reported ra…

  • Exploring the mental health benefits of participation in an Australian anti-racism intervention

    Open AccessMargaret Kelaher, Angeline Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEHealth Promotion International2016

    There is a vast body of research demonstrating the deleterious effects of racism on health. Despite this, there is limited research that considers the health benefits of anti-racism interventions. We assess the mental health effects for young people participating in an anti-racism intervention that was based on the principles of intergroup contact theory and delivered through five projects addressing specific issues and contexts. An evaluation of…

  • Mental health impacts of racial discrimination in Australian culturally and linguistically diverse communities

    Open AccessAngeline Ferdinand, Angeline S Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2015Cited by: 20References: 25

  • Patterns of Intergroup Contact in Public Spaces

    Open AccessNaomi Priest, Yin Paradies et al.ARTICLESocieties2014Cited by: 4References: 12

    The use of public spaces can promote social cohesion and facilitate interpersonal interactions within the community. However, the ways racial and ethnic groups interact in public spaces can also reflect and influence informal segregation in the wider community. The present study aimed to examine patterns of intergroup contact within public spaces in Victoria, Australia through short-term observation in four localities. Data were collected on with…

  • Experiences of Racism, Racial/Ethnic Attitudes, Motivated Fairness and Mental Health Outcomes Among Primary and Secondary School Students

    Open AccessNaomi Priest, Ryan Perry et al.ARTICLEJournal of Youth and Adolescence2014Cited by: 29References: 20

  • Evaluating the mental health impacts of an anti-racism intervention for children and young people

    Open AccessMargaret Kelaher, Yin Paradies et al.ARTICLEInternational Journal for Equity…2012

    Background The Building Bridges initiative was designed to promote positive cross-cultural interactions among young people and improve the mental health of migrant and refugee populations by addressing race-based discrimination. The goal of the evaluation was to build the evidence and knowledge base for promoting mental health and well- being by reducing discrimination through promoting cooperative intercultural contact. The design of the eva- lu…

  • SP5-30 Evaluating the implementation of trachomoa treatment guidelines in Australia

    Margaret Kelaher, Angeline Ferdinand et al.ARTICLEJournal of Epidemiology and…2011

    Introduction Trachoma control guidelines for the WHO recommend the SAFE strategy which includes surgery for trichiasis, antibiotic treatment, facial cleanliness and environmental improvement. Australia is the only developed country where trachoma persists. In contrast to other countries, it has largely been assumed that lack of access to antibiotics and health services is not a major contributor to the persistence of trachoma in Australia. We ass…