Ian Fanning

Dr. Ian Fanning is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Global Development Studies at Queen's University, with a cross-appointment in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. He holds a joint role as Adjunct Faculty at Queen’s and teaches in the Public Administration and Governance Program via a partnership between Ryerson University and First Nations Technical Institute (FNTI). Previously, he served as Director of Student Success and Service Delivery at FNTI and worked on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigeneity (EDII) initiatives at Queen’s Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL).

His research focuses on Algonquin masculinities within Critical Indigenous Masculinities Studies, extending to Indigenous feminisms and community-based healing initiatives. He emphasizes decolonizing practices and knowledge revitalization in Indigenous communities.

Teaching responsibilities include DEVS 220 (Introduction to Indigenous Studies) and DEVS 221 (Topics in Indigenous Human Ecology), alongside collaborative efforts with the School of Policy Studies on Indigenous research methods. He actively engages student groups in equity-focused workshops.

Licensed under the Shabot Obaadjiwan Algonquin First Nation, Fanning identifies as Algonquin/settler and uses he/him pronouns. His work bridges academia with community action, prioritizing Indigenous-led solutions and educational equity.