Collaborators

Research Team

Dr Anna Barker
- Internationally recognised expert in women’s safety in public spaces and parks.
- Associate Professor in Criminal Justice & Criminology
Dr Fran Pontin
- Urban data scientist specialising in open data, dashboards, and spatial inequalities
- Lecturer & Senior Research Fellow
Dr Maeve Murphy Quinlan
- Research software engineer leading open-source dashboard and scalable tool development.
- Reserach Software Engineer
Dr Vikki Houlden
- Urban data scientist focusing on inclusive greenspace, wellbeing, and spatial inequalities.
- Associate Professor in Urban Data Science
Dr Melissa Barrientos
- Spatial design specialist developing gender-sensitive metrics for park safety.
- Research Fellow

Collaboration driving safer public spaces

In addition to the core research team, the Safer Parks Dashboard has been shaped through close collaboration with organisations committed to improving safety, access, and inclusion in parks.

The work has been assisted by partners, funders, and supporters, who have provided expertise, resources, and guidance throughout the project. Their contributions have been invaluable in ensuring that the dashboard reflects the needs and priorities of communities across West Yorkshire.