Kim M. Anderson

Kim M. Anderson, Ph.D. is a professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and has a secondary appointment as a member of the university’s Violence Against Women Faculty Research Cluster. With more than 30 years of experience in higher education, curriculum development, and applied research, Dr. Anderson has developed expertise in trauma-informed practice, community-based initiatives, and participatory methodologies. Her research examines trauma, interpersonal violence, and recovery, with a particular focus on amplifying survivor voices. She has conducted qualitative and mixed-methods studies with populations including survivors of childhood incest, children of abused women, and women formerly in abusive relationships. Throughout her career, Dr. Anderson’s scholarship has sought to ensure that the lived experiences of survivors shape policy, services, and pathways to healing.