Qiana R. Cryer-Coupet

Qiana R. Cryer-Coupet is an esteemed Associate Professor of Social Work at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University. Her academic journey is marked by a profound commitment to understanding the dynamics of father involvement and its significant effects on child and caregiver well-being. Her research is pivotal in exploring the drivers of health and wellness among fathers, a field that has garnered her recognition and support from notable organizations such as the Fatherhood Research and Practice Network and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Before her tenure at Georgia State University, Cryer-Coupet was a valued faculty member at the School of Social Work at North Carolina State University. During her time there, she was honored with the outstanding junior faculty award, a testament to her dedication and impact in the field. Additionally, she took on the role of interim director of the MSW program, where she demonstrated her leadership and commitment to advancing social work education. Cryer-Coupet's academic foundation is robust, with a BA in Psychology from Illinois Wesleyan University. She further honed her expertise in social work by earning an MSW from the University of Maryland-Baltimore, followed by a PhD from the University of Illinois-Chicago. Her educational background has been instrumental in shaping her research and teaching philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of fatherhood in the broader context of family and community well-being. Her work is characterized by a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding fatherhood and its implications for policy and practice. Cryer-Coupet's research not only contributes to academic discourse but also informs practical interventions aimed at enhancing the role of fathers in the lives of their children and families. Through her scholarly endeavors, Cryer-Coupet continues to influence the field of social work, advocating for policies and practices that recognize and support the critical role of fathers. Her contributions extend beyond academia, impacting communities and shaping the future of social work practice in meaningful ways.