Dr Kim Lam

Kim Lam is Research Officer for the Centre for Resilient and Inclusive Societies, based in the Youth, Diversity and Wellbeing in a DIgital Age Stream. She has a background in Sociology of Religion, Buddhist Studies and Youth Studies. Her work focuses on changing patterns of diversity and their impact on religious belonging, identity and participation. Currently she is working on a range of projects relating to religious youth, social cohesion and youth well-being.

Kim is a Steering Committee Member for the American Academy of Religion Buddhism in the West Unit (2019-2024), and the Women's Caucus Representative for the Australian Association for the Study of Religion. She has been employed at several Australian universities in unit coordination, lecturing, tutoring, research assistant and editorial roles.