Academic Work
Research Interests
Dr Dan-Ogosi's research sits at the intersection of community development, democratic innovation, and health equity — with a commitment to research that changes policy and improves lives.
Participatory Budgeting & Community Health
Investigating the mechanisms through which participatory budgeting approaches improve community health and wellbeing in deprived urban areas. Doctoral thesis focused on a qualitative case study in London.
Asset-Based Approaches to Health Promotion
Exploring community strengths, social capital, and asset-based frameworks as drivers of sustainable health improvement — including the award-winning 'Well Communities' programme.
Democratic Innovation & Public Health
Examining how democratic innovations — including community co-production and civic participation — create the conditions for healthier, more equitable communities.
Health Systems Evaluation
Mixed-methods evaluation of public health programmes and access and participation initiatives, informing local authority and national policy decisions.
Cultural Competence in Mental Health
Research into culturally responsive approaches to mental health service delivery and public health education in diverse communities.
Pedagogical Research in Higher Education
Investigating participation gaps, inclusive teaching methodologies, and transformative education models that improve outcomes for underrepresented students in public health programmes.