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Dr. Danielle Lussier is an Indigenous scholar and academic leader, serving as Associate Vice-Principal (Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation) at Queen’s University and holding a cross-appointment to the Faculty of Law. She is also affiliated with the Institute of Intergovernmental Relations. A member of the Red River Métis community, her work centers on decolonizing legal education, Indigenous legal pedagogies, and fostering reconciliation in post-secondary institutions. She earned a PhD in Law from the University of Ottawa, where her doctoral research—awarded the Pierre Laberge Thesis Prize—used beadwork to critique racism and sexism in professional legal training.
Her research spans Indigenous methodologies, international law, and anti-racist approaches to education. As former Indigenous Learner Advocate at the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law (2018–2022), she championed inclusive academic spaces. Her leadership roles emphasize ethical engagement with Indigenous knowledge systems and institutional transformation.
Key publications include explorations of Indigenous legal frameworks, beadwork as pedagogical tools, and the ethical imperatives of reconciliation in military and legal education. Recognized for bridging art, law, and community, her work advocates for love and humanity in academia. Awards include the Pierre Laberge Thesis Prize for her groundbreaking doctoral research.
Dr. Lussier’s advising and grants focus on creating equitable learning environments. At the Royal Military College of Canada, she indigenizes curricula and addresses colonial legacies. Her cross-appointment to Queen’s Law further amplifies her influence in legal academia. She is a vocal advocate for Métis cultural revitalization and actively contributes to community-building initiatives.
