معرفی
Dr. Daphne Lordly is a Professor in the Department of Applied Human Nutrition at Mount Saint Vincent University. She holds academic titles including Fellow of Dietitians of Canada (FDC) and NSDA Honorary Lifetime Membership. Her work focuses on dietetic education, gender dynamics in healthcare professions, and food security initiatives. She contributes to the Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research editorial board and has collaborated on projects like the Breakfast and Beyond Program addressing meal solutions.
Education
Doctor of Education (D.Ed.), Master of Arts in Human Ecology (MAHE), Professional Dietitian (PDt).
Research Interests
Dr. Lordly explores how gender influences dietetic education and professional practice. She advocates for weight-inclusive healthcare practices and supports Internationally Educated Dietitians through bridging programs. Her arts-informed research uses poetry and visual media to enhance health narratives. Recent work examines male representation in dietetics and the impact of competition in academic settings.
Professional Recognition
- 2020: Co-authored groundbreaking study on weight stigma in dietetics education
- 2019: Published transformative work on poetry in health advocacy
- 2014: Recognized as top publishing dietetics researcher
Teaching & Mentorship
Instructs courses like Nutrition Education (GAHN 6607) and supervises student research projects. Her pedagogy emphasizes compassion and creativity, as seen in student testimonies about enhanced wellbeing through collaborative learning.
Community Engagement
Leads initiatives like school garden programs promoting food security and collaborates with organizations to advance professional standards in dietetics.
