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Professor Susan Edwards is a distinguished academic and legal expert at Northumbria University, where she holds the rank of Professor of Law. She is also an Emerita Professor at the University of Buckingham, having previously served as Dean of Law for a decade. Her work spans domestic abuse, criminal justice reform, gender and law, and human rights. She actively contributes to policy and legal practice through roles as an Expert Witness, Trustee of Advance Charity, and member of the Bar Human Rights Committee.
Edwards has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles and numerous books, including seminal works on domestic violence and legal responses to gender-based violence. Her research emphasizes reforming legal defenses to better protect victims of domestic abuse and challenges gender biases in criminal law. Key publications include The Political Appropriation of the Muslim Body (2021) and Blackstone’s Guide to the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (2023).
Her accolades include the Distinguished Alumna award from the University of Manchester (2016–2019). Edwards has held leadership roles in academia, including University Dean of Research and Director of External Relations at Buckingham. She collaborates internationally, advising on domestic violence policy and human rights advocacy. Her expertise is reflected in her contributions to legal journals, media commentary, and global initiatives addressing gender-based violence.
