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Abi Gilmore is a Professor of Cultural Policy at the University of Manchester, specializing in research that brings together culture and policy. Her trajectory is characterized by a strong focus on policy-related projects, beginning with her PhD on urban policy and music scenes. She supports a range of interdisciplinary initiatives, particularly in cultural recovery and local policy innovation. Recently, she has been involved as a Co-Investigator in projects addressing the impacts of COVID-19 on cultural industries and helping shape cultural strategies in northern England. Active in public engagement, Abi frequently speaks at academic conferences and is associated with several advisory bodies, including the Creative Manchester and the Policy Evidence Centre for Creative Industries. Her work merges academic inquiry with practical application, as she strives to facilitate community engagement in arts and culture while addressing local governance and policy challenges.
University of Manchester • Manchester, England
Teaching and research in cultural policy and related areas, developing postgraduate programs.
Northwest Culture Observatory • North West, England
Led research initiatives and engaged with cultural strategies in the region.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.