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I am an interdisciplinary researcher and consultant working at the intersection of education, social justice and human flourishing. My work is guided by the idea of creating “sanctuaries for social wellbeing”: spaces, interventions and policies that improve life for vulnerable and marginalised groups, especially those experiencing homelessness, and women who are survivors of violence and abuse. 

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I am an Associate Professor and Director of Research Culture, Impact and Early Career Development at the University of Roehampton, where I also serve on Senate and University Council. I am Chair of the University’s Research Ethics and Integrity Committee, Chair of EDI for the SENSS ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership, and Chair of RSPCA South West London. I also direct Advance HE’s national Diversifying Leadership Programme.

My fellowship work includes a UKRI Policy Fellowship with the Centre for Homelessness Impact and College of Policing (2024–26) and a British Academy Innovation Fellowship (2023–24).

Over the past three years, I have been Project Lead on 24 funded grants and commissions across 12 funders, generating and overseeing more than £1.6 million in externally awarded and commissioned income across research, innovation, consultancy and partnership activity. These projects address issues including homelessness, oral health, modern slavery and digital inclusion, and are designed to generate practical benefits for policymakers, charities and communities.

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I am also Founder and Director of ImposterPlay Lab Ltd, which creates research-led, immersive learning experiences to help people and organisations tackle complex challenges—from imposter feelings and confidence to leadership, policy and safeguarding.

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Before entering academia, I worked in the corporate sector, developing strategic, entrepreneurial and partnership-building skills that I now bring to collaborations with councils, charities, businesses and advocacy groups. I am an Accredited ONS Secure Researcher, keynote speaker and award-winning collaborator, committed to making research matter in people’s lives and in policy.