Henrietta L. Moore

Professor Henrietta L. Moore is the Founder and Director of the Institute for Global Prosperity (IGP) and holds the Chair in Culture, Philosophy, and Design at University College London (UCL). She challenges traditional economic growth models, advocating for prosperity frameworks that integrate environmental sustainability, social diversity, and equitable policies. Her work focuses on Universal Basic Services, AI ethics, decarbonization, and gender equality.

Education & Professional History

• Former William Wyse Chair of Social Anthropology at the University of Cambridge
• Deputy Director for Research and External Relations at LSE
• Director of the Gender Institute at LSE (1994–1999)

Research Interests
Her interdisciplinary research spans anthropology, sociology, and ecological economics. She emphasizes systemic solutions to global challenges, including climate action (SDG 13), gender equality (SDG 5), and sustainable development. Recent projects address displaced communities, AI governance, and environmental limits to growth.

Awards & Affiliations

• DBE (2016) for contributions to social sciences and policy
• Chair of the London Prosperity Board and FastForward 2030
• Fellowships: Clean Growth Network, British Academy, RSA

Grants & Impact
Leads IGP’s innovative projects linking academia, policy, and business. Collaborates globally via FF2030 to embed UN SDGs into corporate strategies. Advises on social enterprises like Junky Bins (Kenya) and EcoBana (Africa).

Future Work
Advocating for a post-growth economy, she promotes grassroots solutions and cross-sector partnerships to achieve inclusive prosperity within planetary boundaries.