Raj Mehta is an experienced public contributor and advocate for inclusive health and social care, with extensive involvement across applied research, rapid evaluation, and university led programmes spanning education, health, and social care.Ìý
He currently serves as Co Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement Lead for a Rapid Evaluation Services team, contributing to governance, strategy, funding applications, and programme delivery. He works across all stages of the research cycle, from shaping priorities and study design through to implementation, dissemination, and impact, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusion.Ìý
He continues to work collaboratively with multiple research teams and national initiatives, contributing strategic insight, lived experience, and leadership across a wide range of programmes.Ìý
With over 35 years of senior leadership experience at BP, Raj bringsÌýexpertiseÌýin analysing complex information, leading large scale transformation programmes, and supporting strategic decision making.Ìý
Blind for most of his life and living with Myasthenia Gravis and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, he brings an intersectional perspective shaped by disability and chronic illness. He is a strong advocate for inclusion and equity, and serves as an advisor, non-executive director, and trustee across disability focused organisations.Ìý
I have also included my headshot, so this should be everything you need, but please let me know if anything further isÌýrequired.Ìý
