Alison MacKenzie

Alison MacKenzie is a Professor at Queen's University Belfast, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work and the Centres for Inclusion, Transformation and Equality (CITE) and Children's Rights. Her work focuses on Philosophy of Education, exploring epistemic injustice, SEN/Inclusion, and feminist ethics. She directs the SEN/Inclusion Master's program and has led numerous research projects, including initiatives on inclusive pedagogy and language development.

• Education Background: Prior to academia (since 2013), she was a secondary school teacher in Scotland, specializing in Geography and Modern Studies.
• Awards: Recipient of the ICARE Award (2018), Masters Teacher of the Year (2022), and multiple nominations for excellence in teaching and leadership.
• Editorial Roles: Editor of British Educational Research Journal and Associate Editor of International Journal of Educational Research (Open), among others.

Her research interests include epistemic injustice, linguistic capital, and the capability approach. Notable contributions address disability inclusion, digital literacy, and ethical responses to misinformation.

Recent activities include keynote presentations on postdigital citizen science and participation in peer review panels (e.g., ESRC Peer Review College). She has supervised over 20 postgraduate students and contributed to policy debates on children's rights and educational equity.