As a Research Fellow, I explore the complex interplay of narrative perception and empathy within South Asian Muslim communities in the West Midlands. By delving into how cultural values influence individuals' engagement with narratives in educational and health contexts, I aim to help deepen our understanding of multicultural interpretative practices. Ultimately, my goal is to contribute to the development of more inclusive and effective pedagogical and health communication strategies.
My previous work focused on the modern-day reception of John Milton’s Paradise Lost. Specifically, I examined the encounter of British-Asian Muslim women with the Christian epic and explored how questions concerning religion, politics, gender, and morality raised by Paradise Lost related to the complex challenges facing modern British Muslimahs, in both reclaiming cultural narratives and reshaping social norms.
In both my current role and my previous research, I am committed to highlighting the nuanced intersections of culture, identity, and narrative interpretation. By bridging these two areas of study, I aim to foster a more comprehensive understanding of how cultural values influence individual experiences and perceptions, ultimately contributing to the promotion of inclusivity and cultural empathy in academic and societal contexts.