Roman Gerodimos (Bournemouth University)

Exploring the root causes, manifestations and effects of shame as a driver of violence, including recently editing a book ‘Interdisciplinary Applications of Shame/Violence Theory: Breaking the Cycle’ (Palgrave Macmillan). Roman Gerodimos also designs and delivers shame-awareness workshops and works with diverse community groups – including museums, theatre ensembles, criminal justice stakeholders – to raise awareness of the role of shame across all levels from the individual to the social.