Stephani Hatch

Professor Stephani Hatch is a Professor of Sociology and Epidemiology at King’s College London, affiliated with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) and the Department of Psychological Medicine. She serves as Vice Dean for Culture, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and leads interdisciplinary research on health inequities, particularly focusing on marginalized communities and systemic racism in healthcare. Her work integrates mixed methods and participatory approaches, emphasizing collaborative knowledge production with communities and policy stakeholders.

• Education:
  • PhD in Sociology, University of Maryland (2002)
  • MA in Sociology, Georgia State University (1996)
  • BA in Psychology, Indiana University (1993)
• Key Roles:
  • Principal Investigator of the TIDES study (Wellcome-funded) and the £4.7m CARE-HSC programme
  • Co-lead of the Health and Social Equity Collective
  • Founder of the Health Inequalities Research Network (HERON)

Her research prioritizes racial justice and mental health equity, addressing discrimination in healthcare systems and developing interventions to reduce disparities. Notable projects include the SELCoH study (urban mental health in ethnic minorities) and the CONNECT study (social networks and marginalized communities).

Recent publications highlight themes such as racial discrimination in academia, air pollution’s impact on mental health, and NHS staff experiences during the pandemic. Awards include Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences (2025) and Wellcome grants.

She advises policy bodies like the NHS Race and Health Observatory and collaborates with global partners to advance equity in health and social care.