Dr. Yingru Li

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yingru Li is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting & Finance at the University of Glasgow, with notable expertise in the intersection of accounting, governance, and human rights. Her academic endeavors focus on generating insights that intertwine social justice with theoretical depth, thereby enhancing policy relevance within the field. Yingru's research interests include the roles of national human rights institutions in promoting business accountability, as well as examining public responses to accountability during the COVID-19 pandemic in China. She investigates the lived experiences of laborers in the Global South and explores the challenges faced by independent human rights advocates. Additionally, she collaborates with third-sector organizations to promote ethical practices in accounting that advance societal impact and public value. Yingru is the co-convenor of the Glasgow Human Rights Network and participates actively in the School's Accounting research cluster. Her teaching covers topics related to accountability and human rights, significantly contributing to the academic community's understanding of corporate accountability and ethical practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Glasgow • Glasgow

Teaching and researching in the fields of accounting, governance, and human rights, contributing to various projects and initiatives aimed at promoting ethical practice in accounting.

Courses

Accountability and Human Rights (Honours Course) Accounting, Image Power (Honours Course) Human Rights and Business (Postgraduate Course)