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Megan Pearson is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton, where she co-directs the Stefan Cross Centre for Women, Equality and Law. She holds a PhD in Law from the London School of Economics and has previously lectured in Employment Law at the University of Winchester before joining Southampton in 2016. Megan's research predominantly focuses on Employment Law, Equality Law, and Human Rights, with particular interests in gender equality, religious freedoms, and the protection of rights in workplace contexts. Her work critically engages with issues surrounding the intersection of equality rights and freedoms of religion, notably the rights of Muslim women to wear the full face veil under ECHR law. Currently, her research is centered around work-life balance rights, including flexible working rights and pregnancy discrimination. Megan is active in sharing her knowledge through conferences and publications, including a book titled 'The Evolution of the Gender Pay Gap: A Comparative Perspective' published by Routledge in 2023. She welcomes inquiries from prospective PhD students interested in her research areas.
University of Winchester • Winchester, England
Lectured on various courses related to Employment Law.