Gary Bailey

Dr. Gary Bailey is a Professor of Practice and MSW Program Director at Simmons University's School of Social Work. He holds dual affiliations with the Schools of Social Work and Nursing and Health Sciences. A leader in global social work, he served as the first person of color president of the International Federation of Social Workers (Bern, Switzerland) and held key roles in NASW National and Massachusetts chapters. His work spans social policy, public health, and youth education advocacy, with a focus on racial equity and LGBTQ+ health disparities.

• Education: Doctorate (implied via title 'Dr.')

His research interests include social policy, racism's impact on marginalized communities, and advocacy in professional social work. He leads initiatives like the Diversity Scholars Leadership Program at Boston University and chairs boards for Fenway High School and the Massachusetts LGBT-Q Youth Commission. His Fulbright Specialist role (2009) involved outreach to African American leaders in Israel.

Recent advocacy highlights include leadership on the National Day of Racial Healing (2025) and contributions to the documentary Never Cried: Boston’s Busing Legacy.

• Awards: Fulbright Specialist, Portraits of Pride 2025, Kellogg Foundation Racial Healing Initiative leadership.

He advises on grants like the NIMHD-funded LGBTQ Youth Health Disparities project and mentors through MEFA and METCO programs. His lab/teams include the Fenway Institute’s Community Advisory Board and the Simmons-led Diversity Scholars Leadership Program.