Laura Williams

Laura Williams is a Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University, where she has been employed since 2021. She holds a first-class BSc in Criminology from Buckinghamshire New University and a Master's in Sociology from Goldsmiths College, University of London. Her research focuses on poverty, social inequalities, homelessness, and the intersection of urban environments with lived experiences. Notable research themes include the normalization of recreational drug use and gendered surveillance in homeless hostels.

She has contributed to the Oxford Rethinking Performance Initiative during a UNIQ+ internship at the University of Oxford, exploring corporate sustainability. Her teaching spans BSc programs in Criminology, Criminology and Forensic Studies, Criminology and Law, and Health and Social Science, emphasizing practical links between academic theory and real-world applications.

Laura volunteers with The Oasis Partnership (health/wellbeing charity in Buckinghamshire) and serves as an examiner for an exam board. Her work integrates a strong commitment to social justice, reflecting in her pedagogical approach and advocacy for marginalized communities.