Kate Fitz-Gibbon is an internationally recognised expert in domestic and family violence, femicide, perpetrator interventions, and the impacts of policy and practice reform in Australia and internationally. She is a Professor (Practice) with the Faculty of Business and Economics at Monash University, and an Honorary Professorial Fellow with the Melbourne Law School at the University of Melbourne. In 2024, Kate founded Sequre Consulting, which is committed to advancing safety and equality.

Kate has advised on homicide law reform and family violence reviews in Australia and internationally, and has led submissions to state, national and international inquiries. Her research has been cited by the High Court of Australia. In recognition of her expertise, Kate has been appointed to a number of board, committee and advisory group roles by state and federal governments in Australia. Kate is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders 2024 class.