Meagan Ray-Novak

Meagan Ray-Novak holds multiple roles at Case Western Reserve University's Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences: Research Associate at the Center on Urban Poverty and Community Development, adjunct faculty member, and doctoral candidate. Her Cleveland-based community engagement spans since 2008 through clinical social work and academic activities.

Research expertise includes:

• Race/gender disparities in chronic homelessness
• Community interventions for addiction
• Trauma-informed mental healthcare
• Social work practice innovation

As a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S), she bridges academic research with direct clinical experience serving marginalized populations. While no awards or grants are documented, her community-focused work demonstrates strong practical engagement.