Leslie Jeffrey

Leslie Jeffrey is a Professor in the Department of History and Politics at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Saint John. Her research focuses on global justice issues including environment, gender, inequality, food politics, and human rights, with past work centered on the global sex trade. She currently explores contemplative pedagogy as a tool for social justice education. Dr. Jeffrey teaches courses such as Global Human Rights, Politics of Food, and Gender and International Relations.

• Office: Hazen Hall 325B, Saint John

Her research integrates policy analysis with critical perspectives on social justice, blending academic rigor with community engagement. While her early work emphasized global sex trade policy, recent efforts pivot toward mindfulness-based teaching methods to foster ethical decision-making in distracted environments.

Dr. Jeffrey has co-authored influential books and published widely on gender, migration, and human rights. Her work often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical advocacy.