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.
Currently, Heather is instructing courses in the Mental Health & Substance Use Certificate program with Health & Human Services, and has also worked with Selkirk’s University Arts and Sciences department instructing an Anthropology course in Ethnic Relations.
Delighted to be a part of the Selkirk College community, Heather’s pedagogical approach is grounded in social justice, equity, and critical thinking.