Katriona O'Sullivan

Katriona O'Sullivan, an esteemed author and academic, recently celebrated her wins for Biography of the Year and Last Word Listeners' Choice at the An Post Irish Book Awards. In this conversation, she shares how her bestselling book, Poor, connects with a diverse audience through themes of hope and resilience. Katriona also gives a sneak peek of her upcoming book, Hungry, exploring society and body image. Additionally, her new role at the National Centre for Inclusive Higher Education highlights the importance of access initiatives in supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Professor Katriona O'Sullivan, director of the new Centre for Inclusive Higher Education at Maynooth University, shares her inspiring journey from an access programme to academic leadership. She discusses the centre's aim to serve as a national hub for inclusion and the challenges of restoring support post-recession. Katriona emphasizes the importance of collaboration among institutions and how mentorship can transform lives. Additionally, she highlights innovative programs focused on underserved groups, advocating for change in funding practices to promote equity in education.