Laidlaw Research - Completed
I am pleased to share that I have officially completed my summer research period with the Laidlaw Foundation, as a member of the University of Leeds 2026 cohort.
This research took place over six weeks and involved a research trip to Paris, translating archival material, creating tours and more. (For an elaboration of my research experience, please look at my previous posts).
So far, the programme has allowed me to gain an insight of how ethical leadership can manifest itself, and also provided me with the opportunity to develop as an individual. I was also fortunate to meet with @Susanna Kempe and Lord @Irvine Laidlaw, which was a great experience and opportunity to discuss in detail the Laidlaw values, virtues and capacities which are at the core of the Laidlaw Foundation.
I would like to thank @Nina Wardleworthfor her support, guidance and confidence throughout the entirety of the project. Similarly, I give thanks to Cassandra Ulph (University of Leeds) for her invaluable support and guidance in the digital creation of this project. I am also incredibly grateful for my fellow scholar, @Thomas O'Rourke who collaborated with me on this project.
Below can be accessed self-guided (geo-located) heritage walking tours - created by myself and Thomas. These tours explore the contributions of colonial populations and commemorate them for their participation in the French Resistance.
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/3eZmmtzEYNiDw7Ql
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/VY6gpLw7MMeIJuX8
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/DXeXsj7aILsDAc8y
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/CnwVyaAcjVdUppca
In addition to the tours that I co-created, I also created digital versions of these tours which commemorate these colonial populations and allow their stories to be shared to a wider audience. (Linked below).
In addition to the tours, I have also created a 5,000 word reflective report and research poster - both already uploaded to the network.
Hey,
I am an undergraduate student in Modern Foreign Languages (French) and International Relations. I am very interested in other languages and cultures and am interested in deepening my understanding as to how communities interact on a global scale.
My research project is titled 'Telling the Stories of Colonial Populations in the French Resistance through Self-Guided Heritage Walking Tours' and I will be working alongside my fellow scholar, Thomas O'Rourke, under the supervision of Professor Nina Wardleworth - contributing to the already pre-existing work of Nina and her previous scholars. This research project will aim to further shine a light on and commemorate French colonial citizens for their role in the French (Internal) Resistance.
During my free time, I enjoy listening to music, spending time with friends, discussing topics, watching the TV, cooking and a bit of friendly competition!
Please do not hesitate to get in touch, whether it be for educational reasons or simply for a chat. :)
