Tracey Hardy

Tracey Hardy is a Senior University Practitioner in the Department of Nursing and Midwifery within the School of Human and Health Sciences at the University of Huddersfield. She serves as Course Leader for the MSc Health Studies program and contributes to both undergraduate and postgraduate nursing education, with a focus on Public Health, Safeguarding Children and Young People, Research, and Professional Development.

Her research centers on vulnerable populations, particularly families affected by imprisonment, infant wellbeing, and mentorship in education. Her expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and social equity. She has published work on the familial impact of imprisonment and early maternal employment's effect on infant attachment.

The recent publications indicate a consistent focus on public health, community nursing, and social determinants of health. Her scholarly output combines qualitative and policy-relevant research, often intersecting healthcare practice with social welfare systems.

• Research Areas: Public Health, Safeguarding, Families of Prisoners, Mentorship, Mobile Working
• Professional Roles: Course Leader (MSc Health Studies), Research Supervisor, PhD Examiner
• Academic Activities: Invited talks, oral presentations, external examination

Dr. Hardy has been actively involved in PhD supervision and mentoring, contributing to student retention and academic success through peer mentorship initiatives. She has served as an external examiner for PhD theses and participated in research dissemination through conferences and journal publications.

She is affiliated with research networks focusing on community health and social justice, particularly examining how families of prisoners manage identity and stigma. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic inquiry, emphasizing real-world impact.