Dr Amy Beardmore

Qualifications:

DPhil, MSc, BA Hons, PG Cert

Position:

Senior Lecturer in Public Health

Department:

HAS - Applied Sciences

Telephone:

+441173287153

Email:

Amy2.Beardmore@uwe.ac.uk

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About me

I’m a qualitative researcher, evaluator, and public health educator focused on place‑based, equity‑driven approaches to health and wellbeing.

My work centres on community development, social prescribing and nature‑based approaches, with a special interest in how these can foster belonging and social connectedness for marginalised communities, particularly those living with problematic substance use. I am also an inclusive recovery advocate, with a growing focus on how community assets can help create recovery spaces that are not only supportive, but that recognise, value and celebrate people in recovery.

I have led and contributed to evaluations of complex public health initiatives including Golden Key and Bristol Ageing Better, and completed my DPhil in 2024 on community development as a tool for promoting social connectedness. I currently work across UK and international projects spanning nature‑based social prescribing, addiction recovery, and participatory approaches to systems change.

I’m motivated by collaborative work that brings together research, lived experience and practice to create more connected and inclusive futures.

Area of expertise

Qualitative research and public health evaluation. Strong fieldwork skills, particularly interviews, evaluations and focus groups. Community development, systems change, social prescribing, older people, health promotion, wellbeing interventions. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record in developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships. 

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