Shanti Fernando

Dr. Shanti Fernando is Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in Political Science at Ontario Tech University. She holds a PhD in Political Science from Queen's University and is author of 'Race and the City' published by UBC Press.

Research interests include:

• Canadian public policy addressing inequalities
• Community development and anti-poverty strategies
• Educational accessibility and equity
• Mental health advocacy

She has secured significant research funding including a SSHRC Insight Grant for 'Increasing Literacies through Supported Education and Policies of Inclusion' ($169,389). Teaches courses in Canadian Politics, Poverty and Politics, and Community Development.