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Professor of Forensic Psychology & Principal of St Cuthbert’s Society - Durham University - Chair of British Psychological Society North East of England Branch. Lead of the Forensic Mental Health Research Lab - https://www.durham.ac.uk/staff/tammi-walker .. more

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Dec 12

🌟🌟ABSTRACT & REGISTRATION SUBMISSION OPEN IN DURHAM !!!
I are pleased to open abstract and registration submission for the next Girls and Women in the Criminal Justice System Conference which will take place at Durham University, on 18 February 2026. pay.durham.ac.uk/event-durham...

Event Booking Details

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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 10d

🎓💡 New funding opportunity!

Want to build expertise in mental health research? Master’s Scholarships funding applications are now open.

⏰ Deadline: 13:00, 26 March 2026
🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/49wwWKI

#MentalHealth #HealthResearch #Scholarships #FrontlineStaff

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · 11d

Very honoured to have been invited to be part of the Medical Research Foundation's Fellowships in Suicide and Self Harm Research Shortlisting Panel today 😃 www.medicalresearchfoundation.org.uk/grants/suici...

Medical Research Foundation | Suicide and Self-Harm Research

Suicide and Self-Harm Research

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · 14d

Early morning start for my two-day writing retreat in Birmingham for my NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) funded grant that is using a team science approach to examining the management and prevalence of multiplelong-term conditions within England's prison service. 😃

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Dec 10

Health and Justice researchers: Stop scrolling! 🚨
We're opening up my lab's network and inviting you to join for FREE access to webinars, seminars and more. We're gearing up for a big 2026 with a new series and a conference announcement to join email: HJFRLab@durham.ac.uk

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Dec 5

As Chair of the BPS North East of England Branch I am very pleased to share that we have brought back the Annual Conference. See link for call for papers and registraiton and it will take place @durham.ac.uk on 23 January 2026. See the link here:
www.bps.org.uk/event/north-...

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The Howard League @thehowardleague.bsky.social · Oct 29

With the Sentencing Bill being scrutinised in Parliament, we looked at how the trend of imposing longer sentences has contributed to the prisons crisis.

This article explains what the problems are, how they arose, and how they might be solved: https://howardleague.org/what-is-sentence-inflation/

Blurred man in a wheelchair passing by a blue doorway leading to a small prison cell with a bed and sink inside.

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Oct 29

Free bitesize webinar on 20.11.25 12.30pm to 13.00pm - Exploring Women, Violence, and Emergency Workers. From my Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab at Durham University. Register here 😀
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Send an email to join the lab: HJFRLab@durham.ac.uk

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Russell Webster @russellwebster.com · Aug 21

New Women's Risk Needs Assessment Tool
Professor Simon Pemberton guest posts on a game-changing assessment tool that works for women in the justice system.
www.russellwebster.com/new-womens-r...

New Women’s Risk Needs Assessment Tool

Professor Simon Pemberton guest posts on a game-changing assessment tool that works for women in the justice system.

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Aug 8

I am very pleased to share our new website for 'The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab' @durhampsych.bsky.social
you can join the database for free. Take a look. Happy weekend everyone 😀
healthjusticeforensicresearch.webspace.durham.ac.uk

Introduction to The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab - The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

The Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Aug 1

In a first study of its kind, our researchers have co-produced and tested a physical activity intervention with service users and staff in secure mental health units.

www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

@proftammiwalker.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social

Working together with people in secure mental health units to stay healthy - Durham University

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Jun 4

Fancy knowing more about issues to do with the #menopause #women #CJS my Health and Justice Forensic Research lab is having a free webinar 23 July 11am-12.30pm sign up here: forms.office.com/e/y2Wfu2yjcv

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · May 24

Very honoured to be speaking at this event next week - Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system. 😀
www.publicpolicyexchange.co.uk/event.php?ev...

Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System: Reducing the number of women in prison and addressing the distinct needs of women in the criminal justice system | Public Policy Exchange

In May 2024, the UK government reported that there had been a 25% increase in the remand women’s population for December 2022-December 2023. Women were sent to prison on 5,164 occasions in the y

www.publicpolicyexchange.co.uk

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · May 23

Participants wanted can you help us!!! Are you an emergency worker (police, A&E, ambulance, St John's), experienced workplace violence? Are you retired/left the service in the last 2 years? Can you spare 30 minutes for an online interview Contact maria.r.birchall@durham.ac.uk.

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · May 13

Very pleased to have been invited to give a talk today for the #NIHR Prison Research Community of Practice about the work of the Health and Justice Forensic Research Lab I lead 😀@nihr.bsky.social @durhampsych.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Apr 30

Meet Professor Jane Macnaughton – founder of @durhamimh.bsky.social. Discover how Jane's journey took her from studying History and English, through medical training and onwards to a groundbreaking career influencing healthcare education 👉 www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

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Matthew J Mills @matthewjmills.bsky.social · Apr 17

And a video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhgF...

King Charles Hands Out Purses of Maundy Money Coins at Royal Maundy Service

YouTube video by The Royal Family Channel

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Matthew J Mills @matthewjmills.bsky.social · Apr 17

📸 Lovely pictures from today's Royal Maundy @durhamcathedral.bsky.social. This special service was last celebrated in #Durham with Queen Elizabeth II in 1967. 👑 St Cuthbert's Society was represented by our principal, @proftammiwalker.bsky.social. More: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Crowds in Durham watch the King and Queen attend Maundy ceremony

Maundy Money was given to 76 men and women during the service, chosen for their work in the community.

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James Moore @jfmoore.bsky.social · Apr 12

#RSD25 #RSD2025

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Qualitative Applied Health Research Centre @quahrc.bsky.social · Apr 2

Our summer school, An Introduction to #Qualitative Research Methods, is open for booking now:

www.kcl.ac.uk/short-course...

#ResearchMethods #AcademicSky #QualitativeResearch #QualitativeMethods

An Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods

The course will give an overview and introduction to qualitative research methods, including individual interviews, focus group discussions, observation, ethical issues, content and thematic…

www.kcl.ac.uk

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Mar 31

This is my fabulous masters student Maria undertaking very important work about emergency workers and experiencing workpace violence by women. Can you help us 😀 Please repost and get in contact!!

Maria Birchall @mariabirchall.bsky.social · Mar 28

Call for #researchvolunteers: Are you an emergency worker (police officer, A&E, ambulance, St John’s) who has experienced workplace violence? Retired/left the service in the last 2 years/volunteer? Can you spare 30 minutes for an online interview? Contact maria.r.birchall@durham.ac.uk
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Maria Birchall @mariabirchall.bsky.social · Mar 28

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Mar 27

Call for #research volunteers: Are you a primary care practitioner (GPs, Nurses etc), works/worked in female prisons? Can you spare 30 mins for an online interview about your experiences? Contact gloria.m.roden-lui@durham.ac.uk 😀 Please repost isrctn.com/ISRCTN10216673

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Mar 19

So pleased to have been invited yesterday by Joy Allen BA Hons MSc MBA to the Official Opening of Durham Constabulary’s Investigative Hub. These facilities puts Durham at the forefront for delivering justice on behalf of victims of crime. 😊

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HMI Prisons @hmiprisonsnews.bsky.social · Mar 7

Tomorrow is #InternationalWomensDay 💜

This year's theme is #AccelerateAction, calling for increased momentum in addressing the barriers that women face.

Find out more on how prison life can be further tailored to the specific needs of women below.

International Women's Day 2025 #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Mar 6

Attending the @NIHR_ARC_NENC @ResearchCNTW Suicide & Self Harm Research Collaborative Workshop this morning. #research #colloboration #selfharm #suicide #prevention

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Shona Minson @shonaminson.bsky.social · Mar 5

📢New Sentencing Council Guideline published:
*all women should have a pre sentence report
* courts should avoid imprisoning pregnant and post natal women
* acknowledgement that women's drivers for offending are complex & short sentences criminogenic

www.sentencingcouncil.org.uk/overarching-...

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MHM Wales @mhmwales.bsky.social · Feb 28

Self-harm is often misunderstood, and many struggle to seek support.

Our #SHARE (Self Harm #Recovery #Awareness Education) project is here to change that—raising awareness, providing resources & creating safe spaces for recovery.

💙 Read more:

#SHARE #MensMentalHealth #SelfHarmAwareness #MHMwales

Author: Francisco RosasRole: SHARE Facilitator Email: share@mhmwales.orgFor many people who experience self-harm, finding a safe and understanding space to talk can be incredibly difficult. Self-harm ...

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Prof. Tammi Walker @proftammiwalker.bsky.social · Feb 18

Absolutely thrilled with the success of the 1st Girls and Women involved with the Criminal Justice System Conference Durham University! 🎉 It was inspiring to connect with so many passionate professionals. I'm already looking forward to this coming year! #WomeninJustice

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Durham Psychology @durhampsych.bsky.social · Feb 18

Congratulations to @proftammiwalker.bsky.social on receiving the @NIHR Three Schools award from the improving mental health and wellbeing in underserved populations through collaborative research 2024-2026 call #DUresearch #DUinspire #DurhamPsychology #researchcollaboration

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