Julie Eden-Barnard

Julie Eden-Barnard is a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Community and Criminal Justice within the School of Applied Social Sciences at De Montfort University (DMU). She joined DMU in 2022, bringing extensive professional experience from over 13 years as a Probation Officer in Hampshire, where she specialized in working with women and served as a Practice Tutor Assessor. Her academic career began in 2019 at the University of Portsmouth before moving to DMU.

Education:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education
• Masters of Research in Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Certificate in Education in Post Compulsory Education
• BA (Hons) Community Justice Studies

Her research and teaching focus on critical areas within criminal justice, particularly women's experiences of the criminal justice system, probation practice, and reflective practice. Her work emphasizes the importance of relational and ethical dimensions in probation work, especially for marginalized populations. She contributes to the Professional Qualification in Probation, bridging academic knowledge with practical application.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on the qualitative and human aspects of probation. Her work explores how professional curiosity and relational trust influence effective interventions, particularly for women. These themes align with broader movements toward trauma-informed and person-centered approaches in criminal justice settings.

Scientific Awards and Recognitions:

• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy

Julie Eden-Barnard is an active academic with strong professional ties to the probation sector. She holds a Level 7 Academic Professional (Teaching) Apprenticeship and a Diploma in Probation Studies, and is a member of the Probation Institute. Her ORCID ID is 0000-0002-1099-7364. While no information is available about student supervision, grants, or research labs, her profile reflects a commitment to practice-based education and socially impactful research.