Maria I. Wilson

Maria I. Wilson is an Assistant Professor at the College of Human Sciences and Humanities, University of Houston-Clear Lake. With over 12 years of experience in programmatic and administrative roles, she specializes in mental health, trauma-informed care, substance use harm reduction, and wellness initiatives within the context of HIV/AIDS, particularly focusing on Latinx communities.

Education:

• Bachelor of Social Work, University of Houston-Clear Lake
• Master of Social Work, University of Houston Graduate School of Social Work
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Health Sciences, University of Houston College of Education

Dr. Wilson’s research emphasizes organizational capacity-building with Latinx-led and Latinx-serving HIV/AIDS organizations in the U.S. South. Her work integrates trauma-informed care and harm reduction strategies to address health disparities among underserved populations.

She has contributed to HIV prevention research, exemplified by her 2017 publication on the SMART Cougars intervention, which explores campus-based health promotion strategies. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on diversity, oppression, and social work practice.

Grants and Advocacy:

• Extensive experience in federal and private grant management for mental health and HIV/AIDS programs
• Advocacy for Latinx communities through grassroots and non-profit collaborations

Labs & Teams:

• Partnership with Latinx-serving HIV/AIDS organizations across the U.S. South