معرفی
Mary C. Burke is a Professor at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology, the Master of Psychology Program, and Undergraduate Criminology. She founded the Social Impact Institute (formerly the Project to End Human Trafficking) in 2004.
- PhD in Counseling Psychology, University of Memphis (2002)
- MSEd in Counseling, Old Dominion University (1998)
- BS in Counseling and Psychology, Old Dominion University (1997)
Her research focuses on minority mental health in oppressive systems, gender-based violence, trauma, and human trafficking. She collaborates internationally in Uganda on gender-based violence prevention and survivor support programs, and co-facilitates a Special Needs Study Abroad program in Ireland.
Her publications address human trafficking dynamics, trauma treatment, and interdisciplinary approaches. Key collaborations include Kisubi University College (Uganda) and Advocacy for Vulnerable Children’s Rights.
- Pittsburgh Magazine – Best Professors (2014)
- FBI – Director’s Community Leadership Award (2014)
- AAUW – Public Policy Impact Award (2013)
- Carlow University – Dorothy Weber Cochran Award (2012)
- Zonta International – Woman of the Year (2008)
She has advised graduate and doctoral students in international projects and contributed to legislative reforms in Pennsylvania and Virginia.
