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Ruth Kelly is a Lecturer in the Department of Politics at the University of York, within the School of Social and Political Sciences. She holds a PhD in Politics and is actively engaged in research on feminist theory, human rights, and creative activism. Her work bridges academic inquiry with practical engagement through toolkits, workshops, and collaborative projects.
Her research interests include:
- Feminist Theory and Cultural Politics
- Transnational Solidarities and Postcolonial Narratives
- Digital Humanities and Ethnographic Research
- Creative and Artful Activism
- Language and Socio-political Imaginaries
- Equity in Academic Partnerships
The thematic trends in her publications reveal a consistent focus on narrative, memory, and resistance. Her recent articles explore the intersections of folklore and politics, textile art and human rights, and digital storytelling as tools of empowerment. She emphasizes culturally situated knowledge and challenges Eurocentric frameworks through comparative, interdisciplinary research.
Ruth leads significant research projects funded by The British Academy and internal university grants, focusing on language change in Bangladesh and equity in non-academic partnerships. She organizes the York Human Rights Workshop, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on justice and memorialization. Her work includes mentoring early-career researchers and promoting inclusive research practices.
She is actively involved in academic service, including peer review, journal contributions, and organizing symposia. Her projects emphasize collaboration across disciplines and with non-academic partners, reflecting a commitment to socially engaged scholarship.
