Dr Sajal Roy is an established academic and dedicated researcher in human services management, with expertise spanning community services, politics and society, social work, sociology, gender and development studies, project management, entrepreneurship and innovation, leadership and management, globalisation and value chain management, as well as business and management in context. He holds a PhD from Western Sydney University and an MPhil from the University of Bergen, Norway. His academic career includes impactful roles at leading institutions such as UNSW, ACU, PIA, and UTS, where he has contributed significantly to initiatives in social impact, financial wellbeing, community development, and climate change resilience. As a proactive educator, he is highly regarded for his work in curriculum development and student mentorship, consistently promoting multicultural perspectives and student-centred approaches to teaching and learning in the community education sector. With an extensive publication record, a dynamic teaching style, and leadership in professional development, Dr Roy is committed to advancing knowledge in community services—particularly in relation to politics and society, gender relations, disaster recovery, diversity and inclusion, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His work firmly establishes him as a productive scholar in community-based teaching and research, and in recognition of his expertise and contributions, the Australian Government awarded him the Global Talent visa in 2022.
