Dr. Lisa Lazarus

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lisa Lazarus is a critical social scientist with a focus on community-based research methodologies in the field of HIV sciences. Her work, deeply rooted in social justice, aims to democratize community-based research partnerships across various research disciplines. Dr. Lazarus has partnered with community-based organizations, particularly those led by sex workers and individuals who use substances, in countries such as India, Kenya, and Canada. In addition, she has conducted collaborative research studies in Ukraine. Through her work, she strives to center community voices and ensure that research questions are driven by community priorities. She has been involved in community-based research since 2010, contributing significantly to the understanding of HIV prevention and treatment.

Research Interests

Community-Based Participatory Research Community-Led Interventions Critical Social Sciences HIV Prevention Treatment

Awards

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Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement

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Research Manitoba Doctoral Research Award

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David G. Fish Memorial Scholarship

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Canadian Association HIV Research (CAHR) Conference Scholarship

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.