Radhika Mathrani Chakraborty

Dr. Radhika Mathrani Chakraborty is a Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester, specializing in migration, diaspora studies, and gender in Asian contexts. She teaches undergraduate modules on Global Migration (SOCY20272) and postgraduate Research Design (SOCY60401). Her research focuses on the historical and contemporary mobilities of the Hindu Sindhi business diaspora, particularly women's roles in diasporic networks and refugee narratives.

Education:

• PhD in Sociology, National University of Singapore (2023)
• MA in Women’s Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences
• BA in English Literature, Delhi University

Her research interests intersect migration studies, gender analysis, and transnational networks with a focus on South Asian communities. She explores how diasporic 'nodes' shape cultural preservation and community cohesion. Recent work examines Sindhi women’s seva (service) practices in Hong Kong and refugee experiences post-Partition. She has also contributed book reviews on Indian immigrant communities in Germany and border security studies.

Awards:

• Recipient of the Ananda Rajah Prize (2023)

Her work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and gender equality. Prior to academia, she worked in socio-legal support services for gender-based violence survivors.