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Cherie Enns is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Resource & Environmental Management, Simon Fraser University (SFU), and an experienced urban planner and educator. She holds a PhD in International Policy and Program Management from Ardhi University (Tanzania) and an MA from the University of British Columbia. Her work focuses on international development, child rights, sustainable development goals, and urban planning policy. She has led projects across East Africa, including humanitarian initiatives in South Sudan, Somalia, and Uganda. At SFU, she contributes to interdisciplinary programs and collaborates on applied research, such as the Xwe’etay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project. She also teaches at the University of the Fraser Valley, specializing in global development studies, social geography, and urban planning.
Education:
- PhD, International Policy and Program Management, Ardhi University, Tanzania (2019)
- MA, Community and Regional Planning, University of British Columbia (1986)
- BA, Trinity Western University (1983)
Research Interests: Cherie’s work prioritizes humanitarian policy, child protection in emergencies, and sustainable urban planning. She emphasizes community engagement and education as tools for resilience in conflict zones. Her projects often involve cross-border collaboration, such as the World Humanitarian Summit consultation with children affected by displacement. She also explores climate change policy and its intersection with international development.
Advising & Grants: While no specific advisees or grant details are noted, her leadership in international programs (e.g., Universities Canada Internship) and humanitarian projects reflects extensive collaborative work. She coordinates events and housing initiatives addressing homelessness and affordable housing.
Labs & Teams: She contributes to the Xwe’etay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project (focusing on Indigenous heritage) and collaborates with organizations like Save the Children and UNICEF. Her consulting work and academic partnerships underscore her interdisciplinary approach to environmental and social challenges.
