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Karl BlanchetView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Health Systems Research
• Humanitarian Health
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Professor Karl Blanchet is Director of the Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies and Academic Director of InZone, a joint initiative between Université de Genève and The Graduate Institute (IHEID). His work focuses on humanitarian public health and health systems research in conflict zones and displacement settings. He leads major projects such as the Impact of Attacks on Healthcare (RIAH) consortium and co-chairs the Lancet Migration European Regional Hub , addressing migration health equity in Europe. Research Interests: Blanchet’s research spans health systems resilience, healthcare in armed conflicts, migration health, and evidence-based policy design. He co-developed Afghanistan’s Integrated Package of Essential Health Services , funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and collaborates with WHO, MSF, and UN agencies. His work emphasizes system thinking approaches to strengthen health systems against shocks like epidemics, economic crises, and political instability. Key Projects: Leading Afghanistan case studies in RIAH (funded by UK FCDO) Co-PI for SYSTAC Europe (WHO Health Policy Systems Research) BRANCH Consortium for women’s/children’s health in conflict Advocacy & Grants: Blanchet has secured funding from major donors like Gates Foundation and UK FCDO. His work advocates for healthcare worker protection in Gaza, Sudan, and Myanmar, and addresses systemic barriers to migrant health access in Europe. He chairs global initiatives like the Lancet Migration Hub and contributes to WHO policy frameworks on health systems resilience. Academic Leadership: Teaches courses on humanitarian health systems at ISG, including modules on NCDs in crises, sexual violence response, and planetary health. His team includes researchers like Audrey Mahieu and Rosemary Jouhaud.

Stephen DannView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Marketing
• Social Media Analysis
• Disability Studies
• +5 more

Dr. Stephen Dann is a Senior Lecturer in the Research School of Management at The Australian National University. His research focuses on marketing, management, and leadership, with particular emphasis on social media analysis, disability inclusion, and innovation adoption. He is a Certified Lego® Serious Play™ Facilitator, exploring its applications in education and industry. Education: PhD in Marketing (Griffith University) Bachelor of Commerce with Honours (Griffith University) Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (ANU) Research Interests: Social media analysis (Instagram, Twitter) and its societal impacts Applications of Lego Serious Play in teaching and research Disability inclusion in healthcare and public spaces Innovation adoption frameworks and entrepreneurship Services marketing and postgraduate supervision methodologies Projects: 3D Food Printer for Dysphagia (2020–2024): Developing assistive food technology for swallowing disorders. Lego Serious Play in Professional Development (2018–2019): Enhancing metacognitive skills in postgraduate education. Key Contributions: Pioneer in analyzing Twitter and Instagram content for social marketing insights. Co-developed frameworks for evaluating social media in healthcare rehabilitation. Advocate for inclusive technologies and disability rights through digital platforms.

Stephen DrinkwaterView profile

Professor

• Applied Microeconomics
• Labour Market Discrimination
• International Migration
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Stephen Drinkwater is a Professor of Economics at the University of Roehampton’s Business School and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Business and Law. He holds research fellowships at the Institute for Labor Economics (IZA), the Centre on Dynamics of Ethnicity (CoDE), WISERD, and CReAM (UCL). His research focuses on applied microeconomics, labour markets, migration, and regional issues. Notable projects include analyses of EU migration impacts, ethnic minorities in labour markets, and civil society dynamics through WISERD’s £12.5M projects (2014-2024). He has secured funding from the European Commission, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, Welsh Government, and ESRC. Consultancy includes OECD, Government Office for Science, and local authorities. Teaching expertise spans Labour Economics and Research Methods. Recent activities include co-leading projects on ethnic pay gaps in public sectors and presenting at academic conferences. Media engagements include analysis of Brexit impacts and immigration policy debates.

Sheryl Reimer-KirkhamView profile

Professor

• Healthcare Ethics
• Global Health
• Nursing Education
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Sheryl Reimer-Kirkham is the Dean of Nursing at Trinity Western University (TWU), appointed in 2019. She holds a PhD in Nursing from the University of British Columbia (UBC), alongside degrees from UBC and the University of Victoria. Her research focuses on equity, healthcare ethics, spirituality, and global health, with notable projects addressing human rights and albinism in Sub-Saharan Africa and religious pluralism in healthcare settings. She leads international initiatives like the 'Mothering & Albinism' project, advocating for marginalized communities. Reimer-Kirkham is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Nursing and a member of the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars. She teaches advanced nursing philosophy, ethics, and knowledge translation, emphasizing equity and postcolonial feminist frameworks. Her work bridges academia, policy, and clinical practice, fostering global health equity and ethical care. Education: PhD in Nursing, University of British Columbia Masters of Science in Nursing, University of British Columbia Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Victoria Research Interests: Reimer-Kirkham’s work explores the intersection of religion, race, gender, and equity in healthcare. Key areas include spiritual caregiving, palliative care ethics, cultural safety, and human rights advocacy for marginalized groups. She develops frameworks like the Knowledge-AS-Action model to enhance knowledge translation in nursing education and practice. Grants & Projects: CIHR-funded project ($489,600) on human rights and albinism in Tanzania, South Africa, and Ghana SSHRC Insight Grant ($289,592) on mothering and albinism resilience Global collaborations addressing prayer in healthcare and equity in palliative care Awards & Affiliations: Co-Director, TWU Centre for Equity & Global Engagement Adjunct Associate Professorships at University of Calgary and University of Victoria Member, Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars Recipient of UBC’s Centenary Medal of Distinction (2019) Teaching & Leadership: Reimer-Kirkham teaches courses in nursing philosophy, ethics, and global health policy. She champions equity-oriented education and innovative clinical placements. Her leadership in TWU’s nursing program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and social justice. Labs & Teams: She leads the Mothering & Albinism research team and collaborates with global networks on human rights advocacy. Her work integrates participatory methods and policy engagement to address systemic inequities.

Rhonda FaragherView profile

Professor

• Intellectual and developmental disability
• Inclusive mathematics education
• Down syndrome
• +5 more

Professor Rhonda Faragher is a leading academic in inclusive education at The University of Queensland's School of Education. She holds dual roles as Professor in Inclusive Education and Director of the Down Syndrome Research Program. Her expertise spans mathematics education for students with Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, and quality of life frameworks in education. Faragher is actively involved in international organizations including IASSIDD and serves on editorial and advisory boards such as the Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities. Education Background: Bachelor of Science (UQ) Postgraduate Diploma (UQ) Bachelor of Educational Studies (UQ) Bachelor (Honours) (UQ) Doctor of Philosophy (Flinders University) Research Focus: Prioritizes inclusive mathematics strategies, secondary education accommodations, and ethical implications of genomic technologies. Her work challenges traditional limitations on learners with Down syndrome, demonstrating their capacity in advanced math domains like algebra and statistics. Grant Contributions: Current projects include 'Reasonable Adjustments to Maths for Students with Intellectual Disabilities' (ARC Linkage) and cross-disciplinary work on genomics and disability. Recent funding also addresses dementia fears in Down syndrome adults and inclusive genomic research frameworks. Professional Recognition: Awarded Officer of the Order of Australia (2023), UQ's Community Diversity Award (2020), and Fellowships from IASSIDD and the Higher Education Academy. Her research has influenced international guidelines for Down syndrome education. Lab & Team: Directs the Down Syndrome Research Program, collaborating with global networks to advance educational equity. Current projects include longitudinal studies on Gen Z adults with Down syndrome and inclusive genomic ethics frameworks.

Krista KennedyView profile

Associate Professor

• Rhetorical Theory
• Rhetorics of Technology
• Algorithmic Rhetorics
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Krista Kennedy is an Associate Professor of Writing & Rhetoric and Director of Graduate Studies for the Composition & Cultural Rhetorics doctoral program at Syracuse University. She serves as core faculty in the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute and held an NEH Distinguished Visiting Professorship at Colgate University (2020-21). Her research examines intersections of disability, technology, and ethics in AI-driven medical devices, with a focus on hearing aids and data surveillance. Kennedy's work bridges rhetorical theory, materialist studies, and disability advocacy. Education: PhD (Rhetoric, Scientific & Technical Communication, University of Minnesota, 2009), MA & BA (Professional & Technical Writing, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2004/2002) Key roles: Graduate Studies Committee Chair, Syracuse University; Academic Advisory Committee member for RSA and TC Camp Teaching: Courses on writing technologies, information design, and rhetorical theory Research interests emphasize algorithmic transparency, medical device ethics, and embodied technology experiences. Notable publications include Textual Curation (2016) and articles in Rhetoric Society Quarterly and Rhetoric of Health & Medicine . Her creative work appears in journals like Wordgathering and National Public Radio . Awards: 2019 Excellence in Graduate Education Award, 2021 Torch Medal (Colgate) Grants: CUSE Seed Grant for "Disability, Data, and Surveillance" (2020-22) Her interdisciplinary work addresses disability rights in tech policy, leveraging autoethnography and historical analysis. Kennedy collaborates with legal scholars and engineers through the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute to advance ethical AI frameworks.

Hailey LoveView profile

Assistant Professor

• Inclusive Education
• Culturally-Sustaining Practices
• Special Education
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Hailey Love is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education. She holds a PhD in Special Education (University of Kansas, 2018), an MA in Child Development (Tufts University, 2012), and a BS in Human Development (Cornell University, 2010). Her research focuses on advancing justice-driven inclusive education for young children with disabilities, particularly marginalized groups, through culturally-sustaining practices, teacher preparation, family-professional partnerships, and mixed methods inquiry. She also explores Disability Critical Race Theory (DisCrit) to address systemic inequities in early childhood education. Education Background: PhD in Special Education, University of Kansas (2018) MA in Child Development, Tufts University (2012) BS in Human Development, Cornell University (2010) Research Interests: Dr. Love’s work emphasizes inclusive pedagogies that center wholeness, agency, and brilliance in marginalized communities. She critiques deficit positioning in parent involvement frameworks, advocating for equitable family-professional collaborations. Her mixed methods research bridges quantitative and qualitative approaches to improve educational methodologies and policies, particularly in early intervention and special education contexts. Scientific Contributions: Her articles highlight trends in mixed methods research for special education, inclusive practices, and the application of DisCrit theory to address exclusionary policies. Recent work includes evaluations of full-day pre-kindergarten programs and systematic reviews of research participation ethics for individuals with disabilities. Scientific Awards: CRECE Fellow (2020) Judy Tate Outstanding Doctoral Student Award (2018) Doctoral Student Scholar (2017–2018) Leadership Preparation Fellowship (2014–2018) DEC Diversity Council Recommended Session (2016) LEND Fellowship (2011–2012) Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Dr. Love collaborates on grants examining early childhood teacher education and inclusion policies. Her work often involves interdisciplinary teams addressing systemic barriers in education. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Center for Research on Early Childhood Education (CRECE) at UW-Madison, she contributes to projects promoting equitable early learning environments and inclusive practices.

• Disability Studies
• Child Protection
• Intellectual Disabilities
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Dr. Margaret Spencer is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education and Social Work at the University of Sydney. She holds roles including Director of Social Work Field Education and is affiliated with the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. With over 30 years of professional experience, her work focuses on disability rights, child protection, and inclusive social work practices. Education: Doctorate in Social Work (University of Sydney, 2007) MSc Nursing, Theology Degree, and Social Work Qualification Research Interests: Disability and parenting, particularly for parents with intellectual disabilities Adult guardianship and elder abuse prevention Inclusive social work pedagogy and international field education Key Projects: NDIS implementation gaps for disabled mothers Intercountry adoption studies in Taiwan-Australia contexts Disability rights advocacy in child protection systems Grants and Collaborations: Lead researcher on SE Asia Centre grants Co-investigator in Taiwanese-Australian adoption studies DFAT-funded field trips to Indonesia Professional Roles: Judicial officer in NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal’s Guardianship Division Executive member of IASSIDD Parenting Special Interest Group

Agata Mrva-MontoyaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Publishing Studies
• Scholarly Publishing
• Digital Publishing
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Agata Mrva-Montoya is a Senior Lecturer in Media and Communications at the University of Sydney, serving as Degree Director for the Master of Publishing program. She holds a Master of Archaeology from Jagiellonian University (Poland) and a PhD in Archaeology from the University of Sydney, followed by a Graduate Certificate in Sydney. Her academic career bridges scholarly publishing expertise with educational innovation. Research interests focus on digital publishing, accessibility, and the transformation of scholarly communication. Notable contributions include Inclusive Publishing and the Quest for Reading Equity (2025) and foundational work on accessible publishing standards. She actively contributes to industry initiatives like the Round Table on Information Access and the Australian Inclusive Publishing Initiative. Teaching includes Publication Design and Producing Books in the Digital Age , emphasizing practical skills and critical analysis of publishing industry challenges. Awards include the 2020 SUPRA Teacher of the Year (runner-up) and a 2014 Australia Council grant. Professional service spans editorial roles at Sydney University Press and leadership in industry organizations such as IPEd and the Australian Publishers Association. Her work explores intersections of technology, equity, and publishing practices to advance accessible and innovative scholarly communication.

Wendy TurnerView profile

Professor

• Medieval History
• Legal History
• Medical History
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Wendy Turner is a Professor at Augusta University's Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, specializing in the Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy. Her academic focus spans medieval legal systems, medical ethics, and disability studies. She holds a Ph.D. from UCLA (2000) and has contributed significantly to historical research methodologies and paleography. Education: PhD (UCLA, 2000), MA (UCLA, 1993), MA (California State, 1990), BA (California State, 1989), AA (American River College, 1986) Research Interests: Medieval forensics, mental health, early science, and legal history. Her recent scholarship explores malingering in medieval contexts and the intersection of disability studies with historical narratives. She has held editorial roles for journals like Explorations in Medieval Culture and Peculiar Bodies Book Series . Awards: UKRI Talent PRC Fellow (2023), IPPH Grant Mentorship (2021), SEMA Scholarly Achievement Award (2020) Prof. Turner actively serves on university committees, including Pamplin’s Promotion & Tenure Committee and Augusta’s Faculty Senate. She has mentored faculty and led initiatives in diversity and inclusion. Her public engagement includes keynote addresses on topics like Harry Potter & Science and eclipse-related symposiums.

• Sport Policy Analysis
• Physical Activity Promotion
• Outdoor Recreation
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Dr Chris Mackintosh is a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University specialising in sport policy analysis, physical activity promotion, and qualitative research methodologies. He serves as an External Examiner for multiple UK institutions, including Leeds Beckett University and Southampton Solent University. His research focuses on the societal impacts of sport and outdoor recreation policies, with notable contributions to the House of Lords Inquiry into the National Plan for Sport, Health and Wellbeing (2021). Mackintosh has advised international bodies like the Canadian government and UK agencies such as Sport England and DCMS on policy design and evaluation. He has secured over £950,000 in research grants, leading projects on military veteran transition programs, golf club volunteer retention, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in sport. Mackintosh currently supervises five PhD students and has completed over 120 evaluation projects. His media engagements include BBC Radio 4, Sunday Telegraph, and Big Issue North. He actively promotes community health initiatives through academic-industry collaborations and chairs the Active Communities Network charity. Key professional roles include National Advisor for England Golf and Sport and Recreation Alliance (2013–2019), plus consultancy for the Lawn Tennis Association’s EDI initiatives. His teaching emphasizes global sport policy and qualitative methods, with a focus on translating research into practical policy solutions.

• Early Childhood Education
• Education Policy
• Child Development
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Marco Antonio Delgado-Fuentes is a Senior Lecturer in Postgraduate Studies at the College of Arts, Humanities and Education. His research focuses on early childhood education policies, play-based learning, and inclusive education systems, particularly in Mexico. He has contributed to studies on the implementation of national education policies, the role of play in child development, and challenges in special education for children with disabilities. Key areas of interest include Mexico's educational reforms, bilingualism in early childhood, and community engagement in education. His work combines policy analysis, qualitative research methodologies, and participatory approaches to address systemic barriers in education. Notable contributions include evaluations of national policies such as Ireland’s Access and Inclusion Model and Mexico’s Política Nacional de Educación Inicial (PNEI). He frequently engages with historical and cultural dimensions of education, emphasizing decolonization and child rights in research and practice. Delgado-Fuentes has authored and co-authored numerous publications, including peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and technical reports. His research often highlights the socio-cultural contexts of education, advocating for equity and evidence-based policy design. He has collaborated with institutions like the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (Ireland) and the Sistema Nacional para el Desarrollo Integral de la Familia (Mexico).

Ayça PolatView profile

Professor

• Diversity Theories
• Migration Studies
• Racism Critique
• +5 more

Prof. Dr. Ayça Polat is a Professor of Social Work in the Context of Societal Diversity at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences' Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD (2005) and habilitation (2022) from Carl von Ossietzky University Oldenburg, specializing in migration, racism critique, and social inclusion. Previously served as Integration Officer for the City of Oldenburg (2008–2015) and as professor at Kiel University of Applied Sciences (2015–2022). Her research focuses on intersectionality, migration policies, urban citizenship, health literacy among marginalized groups, and anti-racist social work practices. Key projects include BMBF-funded health literacy initiatives and municipal integration strategies analysis. She co-edited major textbooks on migration and social work, including Migration und Soziale Arbeit (2017) and Alltagsrassismus (forthcoming). Active in policy advising through roles like member of the editorial board for Migration und Soziale Arbeit journal and participation in pan-European social work education collaborations with universities in Antwerp and Malmö.

Natalie AndzikView profile

Associate Professor

• Special Education
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
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Natalie Andzik, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Special and Early Education at Northern Illinois University's College of Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from The Ohio State University, alongside a BCBA-D certification and prior degrees from California State University and the University of California, Davis. Education: Ph.D., Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis, The Ohio State University M.A., Special Education, California State University, Sacramento B.A., Human Development, University of California, Davis Her research focuses on communication independence for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, emphasizing evidence-based practices for educators and AAC implementation. She has published extensively in special education and ABA journals, including Exceptional Children and Teaching Exceptional Children . Recent articles highlight trends in AAC-related stereotypy, burnout mitigation for behavior analysts, and adapting project-based learning for autism. Her work bridges teacher training and practical interventions to improve outcomes for students with complex needs. Grants & Funding: Principal Investigator: Parents as Communication Advocates for Children with Disabilities ($9,850) Co-Investigator: AAC Stereotypy Assessment Grant ($5,000) Student Engagement Funds for disability film studies ($2,700) and non-traditional teacher candidates ($2,500) Dr. Andzik oversees courses like Methods for Collaboration and Inclusion and Behavioral Applications in School Settings . She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers in special education and advocates for inclusive training programs.

Barbara KleinView profile

Professor

• New Technologies in Social Work and Healthcare
• Assistive Technologies and Robotics
• Organizational Management in Social Work
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Prof. Barbara Klein is a Professor of Social Work Organisation and Management at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences' Faculty 4: Social Work and Health. She serves as Dean of the faculty, Spokesperson of the FUTURE AGING Research Center, and Vice President of the International Society for Gerontechnology (ISG 2024). Her work focuses on new technologies in social and healthcare, including assistive robotics, organizational management, and ethical implications of technology in care. Her education includes a Dr. phil. from Goethe University Frankfurt and extensive leadership training. She has held visiting professorships at Osaka University and Northumbria University. Klein has led numerous research projects funded by EU, BMBF, and Hessian ministries, addressing aging populations, assistive technologies, and universal design. Key awards include the 2019 Hessian Research Award and the 2013 Hessian State Prize for Universal Design. She teaches in social work and digital health programs, mentoring students across disciplines. Her research explores innovations like telepresence robots, smart home systems, and ethical frameworks for healthcare robotics.