Lydia is the Programme Assistant for the Global Parenting Initiative. Before joining the GPI team, Lydia worked for the University of Oxford’s Department of Education, gaining varied experience in research and finance administration. In addition, Lydia has previously provided support to a research trial focused on mindfulness intervention for adolescents (University of Oxford’s Department of Psychiatry).
Lydia is currently completing a part-time MSc in Psychology of Education at the University of Bristol. Prior to studying Psychology, Lydia completed a first degree in Law. Lydia’s research interests include interventions for children and young people focused on social, emotional and mental health needs.