Instructor, Anthropology
Heather was born in Newfoundland but has been drawn to BC more than once for its rivaling splendour. Invested heart-heavily in social justice and environmentalism, she/they are passionate about healing and community.
A fellow of the School of Graduate Studies (Memorial University of Newfoundland, Sociology), Heather’s thesis work examined the self-produced social media discourse of Canadian sex workers, advocates and allies that countered harmful narratives of sex work through the COVID-19 crisis. After graduating, she/they proudly worked in the community sector for the St. John’s Status of Women Council, specifically as outreach & advocacy organizer for the Safe Harbour Outreach Project. This position involved advocating for the rights of sex workers in St. John’s. SHOP operates out of a confidentially located harm reduction drop-in centre.
Heather is a film and music fanatic, and spends spare time blasting records and striving to find movement and connection in natural spaces. Delighted to be a part of the Selkirk College community, Heather values critical thinking and open, honest conversation in educational spaces.