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Sophie Mitchell is an Assistant Professor in the Social Sciences Department at Northumbria University, specializing in criminology and policing. She holds a PhD from Northumbria University (2018–2022) focusing on the intergenerational traumatic impact of maternal imprisonment. Her research interests include gendered violence, mental health, trauma, and the criminal justice system's impact on vulnerable groups, particularly mothers and families.
Her educational background includes an MA in Educational Development from Newcastle University (2003–2005), a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from Birkbeck University of London (2000–2001), and a BSc in Psychology from the University of East London (1997).
Research focuses on maternal imprisonment’s effects on families, trauma linked to criminal justice involvement, and vulnerability in policing. She contributes to research clusters on offenders with complex needs and gendered violence. Recent publications explore gendered trauma trajectories, intergenerational impacts of imprisonment, and familial relational trauma.
While no specific awards are listed, her work aligns with UN SDGs related to education and gender equality. She advises PhD students on topics like women’s experiences in criminal justice systems and trauma.
She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and has presented on maternal imprisonment’s intergenerational trauma at academic forums.
