I have created this space to explore the space between governance and policy, and lived experience.
Currently, our political discourse is shaped by the polarised nature of social media, operating in an environment that rewards opinion over evidence and polarisation over nuance. I find myself bombarded with one-sided narratives that make it hard to have a balanced view. To drive genuine change in society, we must understand the reality within which we live through analysis and discussion.
Of course, no analysis is free of bias. My own lens is shaped by a mixture of academic theory and frontline practice. I have engaged in interdisciplinary learning throughout my BSc in Politics and Sociology and my Ma in International Law, Ethics and Politics, which has provided me with the ability to review events from many different perspectives. My academic background has taught me that there is no single “correct” ideology; the formation of an informed opinion requires the ability to review events from multiple, often conflicting, viewpoints.
After leaving university, I have found myself in several roles, all of which have helped me to develop my perspectives and become the person I am today. Since graduating, I have realised that I deeply miss engaging in academia. I always loved the opportunity university work provided for me to delve into past and current events and take the time to develop research-backed opinions.
The Social Context will be a space where I can develop my research skills and stay well-informed on policy changes and societal events. I have a particular interest in education and sociology mobility, and am extremely lucky to be working in a position where I have a direct and positive impact in this space. I intend to write opinion pieces drawing from both my personal and academic experiences to form and express my thoughts on policy, current events, and governance.
New posts will be shared here and discussed further on LinkedIn.
The Social Context 
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