Heather MacRae

Heather MacRae is Associate Professor in York University's Department of Politics, specializing in European Union governance and gender politics. She held a Jean Monnet Chair (2014-2016) under the EU's Erasmus+ programme and currently directs a SSHRC-funded project examining gender mainstreaming during political crises.

Her research investigates institutional mechanisms affecting gender policy visibility within EU structures, particularly during periods of economic and migration-related challenges. She maintains active scholarly networks through conference participation and research collaborations.

She credits Carleton University's graduate programs for developing her analytical frameworks and fostering enduring academic connections. Her work exemplifies integration of critical theory with empirical policy analysis in comparative politics.