PhD researcher specialising in school social work with extensive knowledge of the Northern Ireland education system. Renowned for contributions to children's rights, education, child protection, and safeguarding. Regularly invited to and actively participates in both international and national conferences to present research findings and collaborate with other experts. Continues to practise as a school social worker to stay connected to first-hand practice and maintain up-to-date knowledge from the ground, and is open to new opportunities. Committed to advancing knowledge and practices that support the well-being and development of children.
Please see above for job role and responsibilities of a school-based social worker.
Northern Ireland Social Care Council - Registered Social Worker
British Association of Social Work - Independent Plus Member
The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Member
International Federation of Social Work - Member
European Social Work Research Association - Member
Association of Higher Education - Member
School Social Work Network (Education Authority) - Member
2024
European Social Work Association Research Conference, Vilnius, Lithuania:
Poster Presentation
Department of Education Northern Ireland Attendance Summit Conference:
Presenter
2023
International Federation of Social Work Conference, Prague, Czech Republic:
Seminar Presenter
10th Social Work Research Conference, Belfast, Northern Ireland:
Poster Presentation
NISCC 'Care to Chat' Podcast, Belfast, Northern Ireland:
Presenter
NISCC Seminar on School Social Work, Belfast, Northern Ireland:
Presenter
2022
The Fostering Network Conference, Belfast, Northern Ireland:
Seminar Presenter