Adrianne Lickers Xavier

Adrianne Lickers Xavier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Indigenous Studies at McMaster University, focusing on community wellbeing, Indigenous methodologies, and socio-cultural anthropology.

• Education: Doctor of Social Science (Royal Roads University, 2021), Master of Intercultural International Communication (Royal Roads University, 2014), Bachelor of Social Science Honours (McMaster University, 2002)

Her research examines environmental determinants of food choice among Indigenous youth and integrates traditional knowledge with modern health promotion strategies. Recent publications include studies on Indigenous food environments (2022) and mental health in Ugandan healthcare workers (2025).

She teaches courses such as Indigenous Community Research Experience (INDIGST 4L03) and Indigenous Ways of Knowing: Theory (INDIGST 2MM3), emphasizing experiential learning and community health.