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Jax Nobiss is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work within the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia. As a Métis scholar with expertise in Indigenous Knowledges, their work bridges systemic understandings with grassroots community engagement. They hold a PhD from Wilfrid Laurier University and have extensive experience in health, education, and social work across Indigenous communities.
Education: PhD in Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University; Master’s thesis on Two-Spirit identities at the University of Northern British Columbia.
Research focuses on Indigenous theory, decolonization, Métis identity, and intersectional dynamics impacting Indigenous health and well-being. Their dissertation explored Anishinaabeg perspectives on gender expressions, emphasizing nation-specific identities and resilience. Recent work addresses BIPOC 2SLGBTQ+ student experiences in higher education.
Teaching experience includes sessional roles at UBC, Wilfrid Laurier University, and the Centre for Indigegogy, integrating Indigenous Knowledge Holders into curricula. Publications span cultural proficiency frameworks, healthcare equity, and social policy.
Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants include Healthcare Excellence Canada Fellowship (2009) and involvement in the Disability Report Working Group’s 2022 study.
