Glenn Williams

Dr. Glenn Williams is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology (Internationalisation and Employability) at Nottingham Trent University's School of Social Sciences. He oversees internationalisation efforts (e.g., student exchanges, international recruitment) and employability initiatives (e.g., work placements, curriculum integration) within the Psychology Department. His research focuses on community psychology, health psychology, mental health, and well-being, addressing topics like poverty, stigma, addiction, and healthcare delivery. He has held roles at the University of Nottingham and Leeds Beckett University, and his external engagements include leadership in the British Psychological Society's Community Psychology Section, editorial roles, and external examining for multiple institutions. His funding sources include the ESRC, local councils, and charitable foundations.

Dr. Williams' research spans community arts programs, the psychological impact of conversion, and healthcare professional education. He has explored topics such as commuter stress, the asylum-seeker refugee experience, and the role of positive psychology in healthcare settings. His work emphasizes multi-paradigmatic approaches and qualitative methods, with a focus on policy-informed research. He has received awards such as the Royal Society of Arts Fellowship and a Mid-Career Prize from Leeds Beckett University.