Emerging Scholar Awards
University of Calgary, Canada
Ulises Charles-Rodriguez, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Associate in Inclusive Governance at the University of Calgary and a Sessional Instructor of Sociology at the same institution and of Public Health at the University of Lethbridge. His research explores the intersections of nature, health, and the inclusion of historically marginalized communities in research, governance, and programming, with a focus on land-based practices for well-being, consensus-building, and systems change. Dr. Charles-Rodriguez completed his PhD in Population Studies in Health with a concentration in Diversity, Disparities, Inequalities, and Social Determinants of Health. He currently works on multiple projects aiming to improve equity, diversity and inclusion in the child health research ecosystem, and build more inclusive research and education governance at the Unievrsity of Calgary and beyond.
Serving as an Emerging Scholar with the Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations Research Network was an inspiring experience. Engaging with global scholars and supporting the panel discussions deepened my commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive research and practice."
I had the chance to be a moderator in a talking circle, something that was really interesting. People from all around the world took part and shared their ideas, thoughts and personal experiences with me!"
As part of the Emerging Scholars, the Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations Research Network is a great avenue to discuss with and to understand various perspectives of academic professionals and other distinguished people from different fields."