Loughborough Equality And Diversity and Inclusion Networked research Group
Research which focuses on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is central to the University’s ambition to be an institution which has a diverse, respectful and inclusive culture. It has great potential to effect positive social, cultural and economic change both regionally, nationally and internationally.
At Loughborough, our academics conduct leading-edge theoretical and applied research which tackles inequities and inequalities. The CALIBRE awards in Spring 2020 provided some excellent examples of the University’s EDI activity.
This virtual hub aims to foster collaboration on EDI research across disciplines, Schools and campuses; raise the profile of Loughborough’s EDI research nationally and internationally; work collaboratively with all colleagues to enhance the student and staff experience at the University. Here you will find academics across our East Midlands and London campus who conduct EDI research. Browse their profiles to learn more.
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Research keywords: intersectionality, gender, racism, communication, power relationships
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Asya Natapov.jpg)
Research keywords: public share, urban space, social encounters, gender roles, ethnicity
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Sue Hignett- June 2019.jpg)
Research keywords: age, sex, design
![Sharon Cook](/media/media/groups/leading/images/sharron cook 160.png)
Research keywords: ageing, disability, vulnerable
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Research keywords: gender, sport, coach, coaching, performance
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Gemma Witcomb.jpg)
Research keywords: transgender, non-binary, gender diversity, women, mothers
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Jo Silvester 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: leadership emergence; leadership effectiveness; political work; candidate selection; diversity
Research keywords: EDI in the digital age
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Claire OCallaghan 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: gender, sexuality, disability, mental health, violence
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Marsha Meskimmon.jpg)
Research keywords: transnational feminisms, intersectionality, queer, decolonial, environmental humanities
![Hannah Partis-Jennings](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Hannah-Partis-Jennings-160.jpg)
Research keywords: gender, reproductive health, feminism, femininities, masculinities
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Research keywords: trans studies, slavery, pedagogy of painful histories
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/CristianTileaga 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: prejudice, discrimination, ethnic minority identity, Roma/Gypsy, misogyny
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Adrian Leguina 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Social stratification, class identity, cultural and digital inequalities, quantitative research methods
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Jessica-Robles 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: sexism, racism, political discourse
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Line Nyhagen 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: gender, race, religion, intersectionality, feminism
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/liz peel 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: LGBTIQ, sexuality, gender, ageing, dementia
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Sophie Cranston.jpg)
Research keywords: privilege, migration, whiteness
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Ruth Kinna 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: domination, anarchism, slavery
Research keywords: Ethnic mediated struggles, women media and memory, the Middle East, labour
![](/media/media/groups/leading/images/hilary 160px.jpg)
Research keywords: EDI in the digital age, contemporary art; feminism; activism
![Angela Martinez Dy](/media/media/groups/leading/images/angela-martinez-dy-160.jpg)
Research keywords: Entrepreneurship, intersectionality, technology, digital, start-up, inequality
![Laura Justham](/media/media/groups/leading/images/laura-justham-160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Gender, Inclusivity, Accessibility, Educational opportunities
![Heike Jons](/media/media/groups/leading/images/heike-jons-160.jpg)
Research keywords: Gender; cultural diversity; international academics; international experience; intercultural experience
![David Maidment](/media/media/groups/leading/images/david-maidment-160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Sensory and physical disability; aging; physical activity; digital interventions; psychological and physical wellbeing.
![Patria Roman-Velazquez](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Patria-Roman-Velazquez-160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Latin Americans in London, Migrant urbanisms, migrant and ethnic businesses, spatial justice, Latin London.
![Aidan McGarry](/media/media/groups/leading/images/Aidan-McGarry-160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Roma, LGBTIQ+, Activism, Marginalisation, Identity
![Marco Pino](/media/media/groups/leading/images/marco-pino-160px.jpg)
Research keywords: Gender, Misgendering