Mx EJ-Francis Caris-Hamer is a PhD student at the University of Essex within the Department of Sociology. Ze has worked, as a qualified teacher, within the education sector for 20 years, working in both 11-19 sector and Higher Education. Ze has also worked as a social science and queer inclusion consultant for teachers and schools. Their work interests include barriers, inclusion, queerness, sexuality, gender, education, social and criminal justice.