Marva J. Ferguson

Marva J. Ferguson is an Associate Professor at Mount Royal University with expertise in social work, anti-racism, and disaster management. She holds a PhD from Memorial University and degrees in Social Work from the University of Calgary. Her work focuses on anti-Black racism, migration, and equity, particularly through projects like the 'Quick Response Project' addressing pandemic-related challenges.

Education:

• PhD, Memorial University, Newfoundland & Labrador
• MSW, University of Calgary
• BSW, University of Calgary

Research Interests: Her studies include the migration experiences of Jamaican adults, disaster management for immigrants/refugees, transnational feminisms, and caregiving dynamics. She advocates for critical race theory in social work and equity in education.

Teaching Areas: Crisis counselling, leadership, domestic violence, and social justice. Courses include Counselling Skills and Social Work Assessment and Documentation.