Bina Parmar (she/her)

Bina Parmar is a distinguished senior fellow at Coventry University and the University of Warwick, where she has been contributing to academia for over nine years. Alongside this, with two decades of experience as a manager in early years social care, Bina brings extensive field expertise in education, health, and social care. She has led numerous initiatives focused on inclusion, diversity, and equity, demonstrating her commitment to fostering inclusive environments. Bina's research primarily explores the cultural and gender factors that influence inclusive behaviours. Her findings have significantly informed policy developments within Local Government, and she is currently collaborating with various organisations to explore challenges and barriers in improving outcomes for service users. Bina is deeply passionate about creating inclusive practices that empower individuals and communities. She believes in the transformative power of research to drive meaningful change and is committed to ensuring that her work not only advances academic knowledge but also has a real-world impact. Her dedication to bridging the gap between research and practice is fuelled by a desire to improve the lives of those she serves including students and practitioners and to promote equity and inclusion in all aspects of society.