Dr. Henry Parada

Biography

Henry Parada is a professor at Toronto Metropolitan University in the School of Social Work. With a BSW, MSW, and PhD, he brings a wealth of experience to his academic role. Prior to his academic appointment, he dedicated nine years to child protection work, focusing on family counseling and specializing in sexual abuse cases within Toronto's social service sector. His academic and research interests span social development, children's rights, women's social welfare, and violence prevention, reflecting a commitment to addressing pressing social issues across the Caribbean, Central America, and Latin America. Parada has taught both undergraduate and graduate courses, sharing his expertise with students in Canada and through guest lectures in countries such as the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. His research has been recognized and funded by various organizations, including the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and UNICEF. Parada's current projects investigate the complexities of child protection and family violence, striving to enhance the rights of children and youth within global contexts. Notably, he received a seven-year SSHRC Partnership Grant for his ambitious Rights Children Youth Partnership project, which aims to bolster understanding and support for vulnerable populations.

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