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Dr Melissa Jogie

Dr Melissa Jogie is the Director for Research Culture, Impact, and Early Career Development at the University of Roehampton. She leads university-wide initiatives to enhance research bidding, policy impact, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
Institution
University of Roehampton
Job Title
Institutional Research Culture Lead

As an Associate Professor, her interdisciplinary research focuses on fostering human flourishing among marginalised groups, including those experiencing homelessness and violence against women and girls. 

Dr Jogie holds prestigious fellowships, including the UKRI Policy Fellowship (2024-25) and the British Academy Innovation Fellowship (2024), leading research on homelessness, begging, and policing. Between 2020 and 2024, she secured over £1.4 million in funding, leading 24 projects, with work funded by bodies like UK Research and Innovation and the Modern Slavery Policy Evidence Centre.

In addition to her research, Dr Jogie co-directs Advance HE’s Diversifying Leadership Programme, serves on the Research External Advisory Group, and lead on the Research Leadership Development Programme. Her leadership emphasises inclusivity and fostering opportunities for early-career researchers. 

Dr Jogie earned her PhD in Comparative Education Systems at the Australian National University in 2017, with a Visiting Fellowship at Oxford's Centre for Comparative and International Education in 2015. She is deeply committed to social justice and creating inclusive environments, addressing global challenges through innovative solutions. For more information on her projects and publications, visit her website at www.melissajogie.com.