Siu Ming Kwok

Dr. Siu Ming Kwok serves as Academic Director at the School of Public Policy, University of Calgary, holding a PhD in Social Work and multiple advanced degrees in social sciences and public administration. His career bridges academic leadership with practical social work application.

Educational background:

• B.S.W. in Social Work, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 1996
• M.S.W. in Social Work, University of British Columbia, 1998
• PhD in Social Work, University of Calgary, 2005
• M.P.A. in Public Administration, University of Western Ontario, 2010

Professor Kwok conceptualizes social work as society's conscience, focusing on dismantling structural inequalities through theory-practice integration. His research emphasizes community-based solutions for marginalized populations, democratic institution-building, and intergenerational human rights advocacy within frameworks of public policy and social justice. Core methodologies combine critical analysis with actionable community engagement strategies.

Professional recognition:

• Graduate Teaching Excellence Award, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary (2018)