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Justin Tetrault is an assistant professor in the School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University. He received his Ph.D. in Sociology and Criminology from the University of Alberta. His research interests include political movements and extremism, Indigenous justice, and the experiences of prisoners reintegrating into society. Tetrault's work involves the University of Alberta Prison Project, where he collaborates with a research team to conduct interviews with incarcerated individuals and staff to gain insights into the prison system. He has published several papers addressing topics such as racism and prison gangs, Indigenous peoples' experiences with cultural programming, and the re-entry experiences of individuals at healing lodges. His research also explores themes encompassing populism, extremism, and right-wing nationalist movements. Tetrault has worked alongside Dr. Sandra Bucerius on studies of German populism, including interviews with supporters of the Alternative for Germany party. He focuses on understanding the issues of hate, counterterrorism, and the experiences of unhoused Indigenous individuals in relation to hate crimes. As a Métis person, Tetrault is committed to working alongside community members and practitioners to improve cultural supports for justice-involved Indigenous people.
Department of Philosophy