Jack Hayes is a Research Assistant at the Global Institute for Women's Leadership. His research expertise includes LGBTI+ representation in Australian politics and international diplomacy, democratic and electoral health, and good governance in public service. Jack is also a PhD candidate in International, Political and Strategic Studies at the Coral Bell School for Asia Pacific Affairs, researching LGBTI+ experience in international diplomacy.

Prior to commencing a PhD, Jack earned a Bachelor of Communication with First Class Honours from Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. His Honours thesis, Politics and Queer Identity, published novel research on the experience of LGBTI+ identity in politics. He is a United States – Australia Alliance Next Generation leader alumnus, and a core member of the Australian Feminist Foreign Policy Network.