Dr. Brenda Beagan

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Biography

Brenda Beagan is a Professor in the School of Occupational Therapy at Dalhousie University. Her research emphasizes how social inequities impact occupational engagement and shapes various identities related to gender, ethnicity, class, and culture. Beagan’s scholarship critically examines issues such as sexism, racism, ethnocentrism, ableism, heterosexism, gender binarism, and classism within health professional education and practice. She actively participates in research that addresses social inequalities and their implications for occupational therapy. Beagan has contributed to numerous publications and is committed to advancing social justice within the field. Her work aims to challenge oppressive narratives and invite dialogue around topics such as professional practice, equity, and diversity in health contexts. Beagan's teaching includes specialized courses that explore social influences on occupation, applied research methodologies, and the relationship between social inequities and everyday life.

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