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Faye Acton is a Research Fellow at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), affiliated with the Veterans and Families Institute for Military and Social Research within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care. Her work focuses on public health, nursing, and the wellbeing of military-connected children and young people. She has a strong background in both health improvement and primary education, contributing to interdisciplinary research across health, education, and social care.
Education:
- PhD, Anglia Ruskin University (2025)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning with HEA Fellowship (2021)
- National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination, University of East London (2016)
- Qualified Teacher Status, Southend Teacher Training Partnership (2012)
- BA (Hons) Health Studies, De Montfort University (2009)
Faye's research interests center on public health in educational settings, school nursing, multi-agency working, and military-connected youth. Her doctoral thesis explored the enactment of public health in primary schools, reflecting her deep engagement with policy-practice gaps. She is also an academic advisor and research committee member for the Schools and Public Health Nurses Association (SAPHNA).
Her recent publications (2019–2024) highlight a consistent focus on student voice, mental health in primary schools, health promotion for young migrants, and integrated sexual and reproductive health services. These works span journals like Frontiers in Public Health, BMC Public Health, and International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, indicating strong interdisciplinary reach in public health and education.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
- National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination
Faye has advised on and contributed to research projects involving community asset mobilization, health equity for migrants, and school-based public health initiatives. She has presented her work at ARU’s annual research conferences and international events like the Child’s World Conference. She is actively involved in research networks and collaborates across institutions in Europe.
Labs and Teams: She is part of the Veterans and Families Institute for Military and Social Research at ARU and collaborates with Paulette Luff’s Lab. Her research is embedded in real-world practice, often involving partnerships with schools, NHS bodies, and public health organizations.
