Charles Parrack

Charles Parrack is a Reader and Shelter after Disaster Research and Knowledge Lead at the School of Architecture, Oxford Brookes University. He holds academic leadership roles in postgraduate education, including co-leading the Masters in Architectural Design (RIBA Part 2) and subject leadership for technology across the school. His research focuses on post-disaster shelter, self-recovery mechanisms, and sustainable architectural practices.

• Education: BSc in Environmental Engineering, MSc in Development Practice (CENDEP), Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE)
• Affiliations: Centre for Development and Emergency Practice (CENDEP), Global Shelter Cluster

Research interests include post-disaster housing response, shelter safety protocols, community-driven reconstruction, and structural resilience. He collaborates with international organizations like CARE and USAID on long-term disaster recovery projects.

Recent publications explore self-recovery in Vanuatu, safety guidelines in humanitarian programs, and knowledge exchange frameworks. His work spans case studies in Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, emphasizing inclusive practices and material innovation.

• Grants & Projects:
  • Afghanistan Shelter and Settlements long-term outcomes (2022-2024), funded by USAID (£146,625)
• Leadership:
  • Co-leader of Masters in Architectural Design
  • Subject leader for Technology at the School of Architecture
• Collaborations:
  • Global Shelter Cluster working groups
  • International shelter coordination organizations