Dr. Alana Jones

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Biography

Alana Jones is a Sessional Lecturer in the Department of Geography & Planning at the University of Toronto. She specializes in Health Policy and Planning, with a keen focus on Social and Political Geography and Urban Areas. Alana has made significant contributions to the understanding of homelessness, mental health, and community advocacy. Her work highlights lived experiences and social service systems, particularly within marginalized communities. Notably, Alana co-authored the article 'Examining the Prevalence of Black Homelessness in Canada,' which sheds light on critical issues affecting the Black community in terms of homelessness and social policy. Alana's educational background includes a Master's degree in Environmental Studies from York University and a Community Worker Diploma from George Brown College. Currently, she holds the position of Executive Director at Borden Place Inc. and serves on the Board of Directors at Aangen, reflecting her commitment to community engagement and poverty reduction.

Research Interests

Experience

Sessional Lecturer

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto

Teaches courses in Health Policy and Planning, focusing on social and political issues related to urban areas.

Executive Director

— Present

Borden Place Inc. •

Leads initiatives aimed at addressing homelessness and providing support to marginalized communities.

Board Director

— Present

Aangen •

Contributes to strategic decisions affecting community service delivery and social advocacy.

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology