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Holly Oxhandler, Ph.D.

Holly Oxhandler, Ph.D.

Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, Associate Professor, Diana R. Garland School of Social WorkBaylor University

Social work expert in the ethical integration of clients' religion and spirituality in evidence-based mental and behavioral health treatment

Religion and Spirituality in Clinical PracticeMentoring and Professional DevelopmentMental Health
Thomas Felke, Ph.D., M.S.W.

Thomas Felke, Ph.D., M.S.W.

Expert in social issues and social justiceFlorida Gulf Coast University

Thomas Felke researches social issues such as food insecurity and affordable housing.

Affordable HousingNeeds of Older AdultsFood InsecurityPovertyCommunity Assessment
Caitlin Elsaesser, Ph.D.

Caitlin Elsaesser, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Elsaesser partners with communities to create health promotion efforts that are empowering, with a focus on youth violence prevention.

Technology and Interpersonal ViolenceYouth ViolenceGun Violence PreventionResearch MethodologyChild and Adolescent Development
Jennifer I. Manuel, Ph.D.

Jennifer I. Manuel, Ph.D.

Professor and Associate Dean for ResearchUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Manuel's research addresses health disparities and transitions in youth care for substance use, mental health, and other critical needs.

Intervention ResearchMental DisordersSubstance Use‎Implementation ResearchBehavioral Health Systems
Bree  Akesson

Bree Akesson

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social WorkWilfrid Laurier University

Assistant Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University who conducts research with children and families affected by war and global social work

Refugee and Human Rights IssuesWar and ViolenceChildren and FamiliesSocial WorkSocial Work Education
Amy Murphy-Nugen

Amy Murphy-Nugen

Associate ProfessorWestern Carolina University

Amy Murphy-Nugen has more than 20 years of social work practice and policy experience in housing, community building and engagement.

Community Development and Housing IssuesHousing LossForeclosureDisenfranchised Grief
Gio Iacono, Ph.D.

Gio Iacono, Ph.D.

Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Iacono's research interests include LGBTQIA+ youth mental health, youth resilience, diversity and inclusion in social work education.

Trauma-Informed CareLGBTQIA+ HealthSocial WorkMental HealthMindfulness