SGSAH Appoints EDI Associate Director
Published: 1 June 2026
SGSAH is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Associate Director, Simran Kaur. Simran, who works in Equality and Diversity at the University of Strathclyde, took up the EDI role in late May 2026.
Simran Kaur (she/her) is an Equality and Diversity Engagement Officer at the University of Strathclyde. There, she develops and delivers EDI and Gender-Based Violence training for staff, students, and senior leaders; organises programming for key observances such as Black History Month; and coordinates the Race Equality Staff Network. She also sits on the University’s Policy Forum, the Equally Safe group, and the Race Equality Steering Group. Simran is a Trustee at Kairos Women+, a community-led space for women+ across Renfrewshire. Previously, she was Vice President Diversity at Strath Union. Simran has also worked as a translator and enjoys learning and speaking different languages.
Simran said of her appointment:
“I am really excited to be taking on this role and contributing to SGSAH's work in advancing inclusive practices and equality across the arts and humanities research community. I welcome this opportunity to build on the fantastic work of my predecessor, Dr Anindya Raychaudhuri, and to get stuck into network and community building and supporting current doctoral researchers as well as pre-doctoral activity. I am looking forward to working with the SGSAH team, partners, and doctoral students to create spaces where everyone can thrive!”
Professor Maria Fusco, who has been Director of SGSAH since January 2026 says, “We are truly delighted that Simran is joining SGSAH at this important time of change. She brings a bank of expertise, knowledge and practical know-how which will continue to enrich SGSAH’s EDI principles, which are foundational to every aspect of its activities.”
First published: 1 June 2026
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