Mx Misty Farquhar OAM

As a bi+ non-binary person with Indian heritage, Misty is passionate about bringing depth to ideas of immersion and inclusion from a human perspective. They draw on academic, professional, and lived experiences to deliver work that reflects justice, authenticity, connection, and kindness.

Misty is a PhD Researcher at the Curtin University Centre for Human Rights Education, where they also teach. Locally and nationally, they are active in community outreach, education, and advocacy efforts. Misty facilitates LGBTIQA+ inclusion training and other projects with the Social Change Institute, and also supports the community through involvement with Rainbow Futures WA and Bi+ Community Perth.

Misty’s research explores how people living outside binary ideas of sexuality / gender understand identity, experience oppression, and engage in resistance in Australia. They have authored articles in academic and mainstream publications, and have presented as an invited speaker at events around Australia. Misty has contributed to a United Nations report on bisexuality, and has consulted on issues of sexuality and gender with government departments and other high profile organisations.

Prior to commencing their PhD, Misty spent over ten years in community and organisational development leadership positions across sectors. During this time, Misty was invited by the U.S. Government to participate in an International Visitors Leadership Program focused on LGBTIQA+ Rights. Misty was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for service to the LGBTIQA+ community in 2021. 

They also hold a Master of Human Rights and a Bachelor of Psychology.