Dr. Dayna Scott

Biography

Dayna N. Scott is a professor and the director of the Environmental Justice Sustainability Clinic at York University, Canada. She holds a PhD in Law from Osgoode Law School and has extensive academic credentials, including a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from the University of Guelph. Since joining York's faculty in 2006, she has engaged in significant research focusing on topics related to environmental justice, extractivism, and the legal regulation of pollution and toxins. Scott has been involved in multiple research grants, including a recent SSHRC-funded project examining the role of Indigenous jurisdiction over land and resources. Her scholarly work has addressed critical dimensions of environmental law, examining the intersectionality of gender, health, and environmental justice, especially as it pertains to marginalized communities. She is also noted for her editorial contributions to the field and has published extensively, including the edited volume 'Chemical Selves: Gender, Toxics and Environmental Health' and numerous articles in prominent legal journals. Her research interests reflect her dedication to advancing knowledge in socio-legal studies and advocating for sustainable, equitable environmental practices.

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