Jess Achilleos

Jess Achilleos is a Senior Lecturer in Youth and Community Work at Wrexham University, with over 30 years of experience in people-facing roles. She joined the university in 2015 and serves as Programme Leader and Placement Lead for the BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work Degree Programme, while also teaching on the MA Youth and Community Work programmes.

• Professional qualifications: JNC practitioner (2007)
• Key initiatives: Led interdepartmental teams to secure funding for Youth Work delivery, research, and evaluation projects
• Leadership roles: Director of The Professional Association of Lecturers in Youth and Community Work
• Community engagement: Volunteers with local charities supporting refugees and asylum seekers

Her work focuses on creating accessible and inclusive education systems, with expertise in equality and diversity frameworks within higher education. She combines academic practice with political activism and community outreach.