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Becky Taylor is a Professor of Modern History at the School of History and Art History, University of East Anglia, and a member of the Migration Research Network. Her research focuses on minorities, migration, and state policies, particularly regarding refugees, Gypsies/Travellers, and marginalized groups. She leads interdisciplinary projects funded by the ESRC, including the Realities Checked study on Gypsy/Traveller experiences of crime and justice. Taylor is Editor-in-Chief of History: the journal of the Historical Association and co-editor of Refugee History. She emphasizes collaborative research with policymakers, NGOs, and communities, and actively engages with public media to communicate historical insights.
Research Projects:
- Realities Checked (ESRC, 2020–2023): Mixed-methods study on Gypsy/Traveller justice experiences.
- Solving ‘The Problem’: The State and Minorities in Twentieth-Century England (Leverhulme Trust, 2023–2027): Examines state responses to minority communities.
- Coastal Transformations and Fisher Wellbeing (ESRC, 2019–2022): Cross-cultural analysis of coastal communities.
Research Interests: Taylor’s work bridges historical analysis and contemporary issues, with a focus on:
- Refugee policies and resettlement in 20th-century Britain and Europe.
- Gypsy/Traveller identities and state assimilation policies.
- Decolonization’s impact on migration and citizenship.
- Oral history methodologies and public engagement.
Media and Outreach: Taylor frequently contributes to TV, radio, and print media, advocating for inclusive historical narratives and amplifying marginalized voices. She collaborates with third-sector organizations to translate academic research into policy recommendations.
