I joined SHU in 2023 after completing my PhD in Sociology at the University of Essex. I hold a BSc in International Relations and an MA in Political Science.

 

My research critically examines socio‑environmental conflicts arising from low‑carbon energy infrastructures and their implications for a just energy transition. Prior to joining SHU, I taught at the University of Essex, Royal Holloway, and SOAS University of London. 

 

Before taking up a full-time academic post, I worked in international development for 15+ years, holding several policy, leadership, and research roles with NGOs, UN agencies, and EU programmes. My work spanned areas including community-based nature conservation, civil society capacity building, refugee resilience, and gender equality.