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Victoria Burns is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Social Work, with a focus on the intersection of lived experience and academic research. She is a registered social worker and a passionate advocate for disability recovery, mental health, and addiction recovery. With over a decade of practice, her research interests encompass homelessness, stigma reduction, and community-based participatory methodologies. Victoria incorporates storytelling and the arts into her work, aiming to challenge stigma faced by marginalized populations. She has extensive involvement in the Campus Mental Health Strategy and has served on various committees, including the Substance Use Harm Reduction Subcommittee. Her educational background includes multiple degrees from McGill University and the University of New Brunswick. In addition to her academic contributions, Victoria actively participates in community initiatives focused on promoting wellness and supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness.
University of Calgary • Calgary, Alberta
Teaching and conducting research in the Faculty of Social Work, focusing on addiction recovery and mental health.
Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.