Judith Harris

Judith Harris holds the position of Associate Professor in Urban and Inner-City Studies at the University of Winnipeg, within the Faculty of Architecture. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of City Planning at the University of Manitoba. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Waterloo, an MSc in Resource Economics from Laurentian University, and a BA (Hons) in Economics from Laurentian University.

Her research focuses on social learning and social mobilization approaches to urban planning, emphasizing the integration of informal community knowledge. She advocates for equitable and inclusive societies, arguing that participatory planning is essential to address 21st-century complexities. Judith’s work aligns with the University of Winnipeg’s commitment to fostering a 'learning society' that dismantles barriers to community participation.

While no specific grants, advising records, or lab affiliations are detailed in the text, her interdisciplinary background in economics and planning underscores her engagement with policy-relevant urban issues. No scientific awards or publications are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials.