Dena Bagi

Dena Bagi serves as Lecturer in Curating at Manchester School of Art, developing pedagogical approaches using clay as therapeutic medium. Her AHRC-funded PhD research examined clay-based interventions in addiction recovery contexts within gallery settings.

Professional background includes leading health engagement programs at British Ceramics Biennial. Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels in curation and social engagement practices, with seven years' experience at Manchester School of Art.

Research projects include #claypedagogy and Clay Works?, exploring ceramic methodologies in mental health contexts. Current work focuses on creating symbiotic learning environments through material-based pedagogies.