Raj has worked in peace building internationally and in the UK for over 25 years. His practice focuses on the nexus between peace building, applied arts & social cohesion. Raj currently works with the Peaceful Change initiative https://peacefulchange.org/who-we-are/team/. Historically Raj’s work has contributed to the development of national community cohesion policy and practice in the UK. As well as designing and co-delivering large-scale peace building programmes, Raj has a strong skill set in mentoring and supporting community-facing leaders and peace builders, operating in extremely challenging and hostile environments around the world.
As well as possessing extensive experience of working in conflict settings around the world, Raj has also contributed to the development of applied arts in the UK in multiple community and academic settings, currently teaching posts include; Associate Lecturer at Goldsmiths University, London teaching on the Applied Theatre: Drama in Educational, Community & Social Contexts MA programme, visiting Lecturer at Rose Bruford College, Socially Engaged Arts BA Hons degree and frequent collaborator with RADA (The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts) London.
What motivated you to join the Oxford School of Drama Board of Trustees?
To support the school to be proactively responsive to 21st century student and industry needs and expectations. Over the past 4 years the sector has undergone some important positive changes, I am excited to be working with the OSD to integrate change and innovation.
What would you like to contribute or achieve as part of your role?
My professional skills in peace building may be helpful when facilitating conversations with OSD communities, especially when discussions are challenging and require sensitivity. I look forward to working with trustees, staff and students to ensure that OSD continues to thrive.
