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Syra Shakir

Syra Shakir is an Associate Professor in Learning and Teaching at Leeds Trinity University, currently seconded into the Office for Institutional Equity and leading work on addressing the awarding gap and staff CPD.
Institution
Leeds Trinity University
Job Title
Associate Professor in Learning and Teaching

Syra works on embedding race equity in the curriculum, decolonisation, anti-racist pedagogy and co creation with students to build belonging. Syra collaborated with film maker Ricardo Barker to develop ananti racist toolkit for tackling racism in higher education using film and the aftermath debate. Syra's professional practice background is qualified social work with children and families and supporting positive outcomes for all our community.