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Lucy Grimshaw

Dr

 https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2536-9579

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PhD projects

Heritage and children's sense of place; place-based education
Pedagogical practice and equality in Higher Education
Marginalised communities and participatory research.

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Research interests

Lucy is a social scientist working within the fields of urban studies and social policy. Lucy‘s research interests include pedagogical practice and inequalities; community work and participation; equality and gender. Lucy has undertaken several evaluation research projects for public and third sector organisations. Lucy has a particular interest in feminist and participatory research.

Biography

Lucy Grimshaw joined the Department in 2013 and teaches on BA (Hons) Childhood and Early Years Studies, MA Childhood and Early Years Studies and BSc (Hons) Social Work.

Lucy is external examiner for the Unviersity of the Highlands and Islands, a Governor for a local primary school and a member of a local community group whcih focuses on bringing people together by celebrating local heritage and histories.  

Lucy is committed to improving education spaces and providing opportunities for groups which are often marginalised and discriminated against. She leads training and research projects in the area of gender-based violence and meeting the needs of pregnant students and  students with children. Her recent research focuses on reclaiming and celebrating working class histories in primary schools.  

Education/Academic qualification

Urban Studies, PhD, The role of women in regeneration organisations

30 Jun 2009 → 31 Dec 2099

Award Date: 30 Jun 2009

Social Research, MSc

1 Sept 1997 → 31 Dec 2099

Award Date: 1 Sept 1997

External positions

North Fawdon Primary School , Newcastle upon Tyne (Co-opted Governor)

1 Nov 2023 → …

University of the Highlands and Islands

30 Jul 2022 → …

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion keywords

  • Gender Equality
  • Reduced Inequalities
  • Race Equality
  • Social Mobility

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 1 - No Poverty
    SDG 1 No Poverty
  2. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  3. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education
  4. SDG 5 - Gender Equality
    SDG 5 Gender Equality
  5. SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
    SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
  6. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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