Katie Martin

Katie Martin is a Senior Lecturer in Social Care and Social Policy at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), based in the School of Health, Social Work and Sport. She is a Teaching Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and actively contributes to research through her affiliations with UCLan's Connect Centre for International Research on Interpersonal Violence and Harm and the Centre for Children and Young People's Participation.

Her teaching focuses on core modules in social work and social care, with expertise spanning child protection, domestic violence response systems, and youth participation. Research interests include the intersection of social policy and practice, particularly in vulnerable populations and marginalized communities. Her work emphasizes applied research with real-world impacts on service delivery and policy reform.

Recent publications highlight her contributions to strengthening domestic violence response frameworks, analyzing child protection systems, and advancing participatory methods with disabled youth. Her collaborative projects often bridge academic insights with frontline practitioner needs, aiming to improve training and service design.

Dr. Martin has contributed to both peer-reviewed journals and commissioned reports, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based practices. She is affiliated with interdisciplinary research centers addressing interpersonal violence and children's rights, underscoring her role in fostering collaborative, solution-focused academic partnerships.