I am a Lecturer in Global Health Research, specialising in reducing health inequalities among ethnically minoritised women. My work focuses on improving access to health and social care services by leveraging the social networks and support structures of voluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations, with a particular focus on domestic abuse support. My research aligns with SDG 10, which aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries.

I am leading a research programme that explores the role of faith-based organisations as a bridge to early presentation to mental health services for women, especially ethnic minority women living in high-income countries. I am also keen to ensure we improve women's participation in health research and generate real-world evidence.

My research interests also explore how the strengths of voluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise (VCFSE) can be used to address health inequalities across several health and social care issues, including Breast cancer.

Since 2012, my research focus has aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG-5) on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment, SDG 3 on Universal Access to healthcare globally, and SDG 10 on Reduced Inequalities.

I continue to undertake community-based action research, with the aim of generating evidence that will practically influence policy and practice and improve health outcomes for women from ethnic minority and immigrant groups in the UK and globally across various health issues.

I accept PhD students and welcome enquiries from people working in similar interests.

I am primarily a global health researcher with a background in public health education and promotion and social statistics. My research interests span a range of public health issues, ultimately focusing on improving women's access to mental health and social care services.

I am keen to enhance the use of health services by people from immigrant populations by working with VCFSE organisations, healthcare professionals and service user groups to improve care pathways. Findings from my research continue to highlight a significant need for collaborative work between statutory service providers, commissioners, and VCFSE organisations.

I am also keen to explore the link between workplace corporate social responsibility agenda and its link to health and wellbeing. Specifically, I am interested in understanding the role of faith as a social determinant of health and productivity.

Prof Maria Panagioti - University of Manchester

Prof David Schultz - University of Manchester 

Dr Krysia Canvin - Keele University

• Quantitative Data Analysis Using SPSS 
• Expertise in recruitment to research studies
• In-depth Interview Skills
• Focused Groups Discussion Sessions
• Thematic Analysis 
• Community-based Participatory Action Research
• Cross-sectional Qualitative Study Design
• Nominal Group Technique

ILM Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring 2020

Practitioner Level 3 Diploma in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Life Skills Coaching 2018

Life Coaching Diploma 2017

PhD (2016, University of Manchester): Thesis Title: Factors Influencing the Disclosure and Help-Seeking Practices of Nigerian Women Resident in England with Lived Experience of Domestic Violence and Abuse.

MSc (2010, Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester): Social Research Methods and Statistics

BSc (2006, First Class Honours, Babcock University): Public Health

I am committed to the University of Manchester Social Responsibility agenda, and I am heavily involved in public engagement activities. I am the Chair of the Board of Trustees for a Greater Manchester-based registered charity, whose charitable objects is to preserve and protect the health, both physical and mental, of persons who have suffered or are suffering from domestic violence and/or domestic abuse, and stress and depression.

I am a member of the Greater Manchester for Women 2028 (GM4Womem28) think tank group, working to advance equality for women and girls across Greater Manchester. I am part of the Safety group – given my on-going work on domestic violence and abuse against women.

I am a Local Authority School Governor for a Primary School in Manchester, and I volunteer as the Chair of the inclusion committee.  

My research interests are in the following areas:

• Involvement of Faith-Based Organisations in Public Health Initiatives (especially domestic violence and abuse prevention initiatives).
• Improving access to and utilisation of health services by immigrant groups.
• Faith as a social determinant of health and workplace productivity.
• Enhancing the participation of Ethnic minority women in Breast cancer research.
• Health workforce capacity strengthening in Low and Middle-Income Countries.

University Research Ethics Committee (UREC)

I am a chair of UREC Proportionate committee. I am a permanent member of the UREC proportionate committee.

PhD Opportunities

I welcome enquiries from prospective students who will like to conduct research around global health issues. Particularly, women's health, oral health inequalities or in any area of my methodological expertise.