Jessica LeClair

Jessica LeClair is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing. Her work focuses on integrating planetary health, climate justice, and nursing education to address environmental and health inequities. She emphasizes nurse-led community partnerships, policy advocacy, and curriculum development to advance sustainable healthcare practices globally.

Her research explores strategies for nurses to mitigate climate impacts through interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical frameworks. She has pioneered frameworks for planetary health education and led projects on climate justice in marginalized communities, such as Black urban populations and Indigenous groups. Her work bridges public health, environmental science, and nursing practice to promote health equity and systems resilience.

Key areas of focus include climate adaptation strategies, community-based interventions, and global health governance. Her publications highlight the role of nursing in achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through partnerships that center marginalized voices. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, her work reflects a commitment to actionable research with direct community impact.