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Blake Poland is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Planning at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on the interplay between social context and health promotion, emphasizing qualitative methods and critical social theory. He is particularly interested in healthy cities and communities, exploring the role of community development in fostering resilience among populations. Poland utilizes arts-informed research and dialogical methods to engage with various stakeholders, including health professionals and community activists, to enhance public health initiatives. His work also delves into environmental justice, investigating how different social movements shape policy and practice in health promotion. He is dedicated to reflexive practices that integrate community voices into the research process, advocating for social change through informed public engagement.
Department of Sociology