Elizabeth Friesen

Dr. Elizabeth Friesen is an Adjunct Research Professor and contract instructor at Carleton University's Department of Political Science, with interdisciplinary expertise spanning architecture, political economy, and transnational networks.

Her research analyzes global finance architectures, civil society movements (e.g., Jubilee debt cancellation campaign), and the political influence of forums like the World Economic Forum. Publications include 'Challenging Global Finance' and 'The World Economic Forum and Transnational Networking'.

Teaching covers world politics, democracy, and international organizations. Background includes professional architecture practice, informing her critique of built environments' societal impacts.