I am a social scientist conducting qualitative research on social purpose organisations. I am particularly interested in how to organise for social change, just transition, and social innovation education. My background is in programme development and leadership in peacebuilding organisations.

Experience

  • –present
    Assistant Professor of Social Entrepreneurship, Trinity College Dublin

Education

  • 2014 
    Trinity College Dublin, Doctor of Philosophy
  • 1997 
    Vassar College, Bachelor of Arts, The Classics

Honours

Rudney Award for Outstanding Dissertation in Nonprofit and Voluntary Action Research, 2015

Contact Sheila for

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