Emma Croft

Dr. Emma Croft is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work, Community Wellbeing and Education at Northumbria University. Her work focuses on critical disability studies, examining the social, cultural, and political dimensions of disability.

• Participatory methodologies prioritizing disabled voices
• Systems of support, education, and care
• Student transitions post-university

Her research challenges exclusionary practices and promotes equity through a social justice lens. Key publications explore food bank practices, community wealth building, and the experiences of visually impaired students in higher education. Emma’s work intersects with debates in education, disability studies, and social policy, emphasizing institutional structures and inclusive practices.