Daisy Powell

Daisy Powell is a Research Fellow at King’s College London, affiliated with the Department of English within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. She joined King’s in 2024 as part of the UKRI-funded SAACY project, focusing on ageing and public engagement. Her work bridges medical humanities, disability studies, and 21st-century cultural narratives.

Educated at the University of Leeds, she holds a PhD (funded by AHRC/WRoCAH) on austerity-era British literature/film, an MA (funded by AHRC), and a BA in English and Sociology. Her research examines disability, class, and resistance in austerity contexts, challenging cultural narratives around ageing and structural inequality.

She has produced impactful documentaries, including Disability on Screen (BFI partnership) and The Sick Man of Europe?, which critically assess media portrayals and community responses. These films engage public audiences and policy makers, aiming to reimagine inclusive narratives.

Her accolades include an Early Career Award from the Glasgow Medical Humanities Network and participation in the TV PhD scheme. She teaches undergraduate English and collaborates with charities like the Centre for Ageing Better and Lifelites, advocating for intersectional approaches to health and social justice.

Current projects include a SAACY-themed film and exhibitions/workshops to counter ageist stereotypes. She is part of the Centre for the Humanities and Health, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between arts, health, and science.