Emma Spruce

Dr Emma Spruce is a Lecturer in the Politics of Gender, Sexuality and Identity at the University of Liverpool (since 2021), with prior roles at the London School of Economics (Department of Gender Studies, Sociology) and the University of Versailles (Interdisciplinary Studies). Her research integrates intersectional feminist and queer theory to analyze global sexual politics, urban inequality, and social movements challenging injustice.

• Key research areas:
• LGBT+ Safety Politics
• Sexuality and Housing
• Queer Urban Activism
• Community Formation
• Gentrification

Her recent publications focus on UK parliamentary discourse on LGBT homelessness, queer urban encounters, and the intersection of memory and gentrification. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2020) and contributes to EDI initiatives and public discourse through podcasts and consultancy.

• Scientific Awards:
• Fellow, Higher Education Academy (2020)

Emma teaches modules including Gender and Global Politics, Gender and Feminist Politics, and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations. She has served on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion committees at both Liverpool and LSE.