Arun Verma

Arun Verma is the leading figure in integrating intersectionality in systems, policy and programmes both nationally and internationally. He is Professor of Practice in Inclusion, Intersectionality and Impact and Head of Equality and Inclusion at the University of London and Fellow of the RSA. He completed his doctorate exploring intersectionality in healthcare students’ learning, retention and success. He has led the embedding of intersectionality, inclusion and anti-racist practice in local government commissioning, national and global programmes, policy development, practice and implementation. He has been granted a number of awards facilitating his impact including a Doctor of Laws honoris causa from the University of Dundee for his impact and leadership in the field of inclusion, intersectionality and antiracism, and was nominated as Diversity and Inclusion Leader 2022 by d&i leaders. Dr Verma is established and respected voice for change in the sector and holds a number of senior board roles facilitating constructively disruptive conversations about inclusion and impact. His academic leadership is well regarded, of which his edited collection ‘Anti-racism in higher education: An action guide for change’ is accelerating action for inclusion in higher education