Dr Syra Shakir is an Associate Professor in Learning and Teaching and Strategic Lead on Race Equity at Leeds Trinity University.

Syra co-chairs the Leeds Learning Alliance Equity Network and is a convenor for the Race and Ethnicity study group for the British Sociological Association. Syra works on embedding race equity in the curriculum, decolonisation, anti-racist pedagogy, and co-creation with students to build belonging.

Syra designs and delivers a range of training on anti- racism and race equity to universities, organisations, and schools. Syra engages in research and practice around co-creation, critical race theory, critical theories in education, anti-racism, social justice, and community activism. Syra is also a qualified social worker and registered with Social Work England.