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Randall Jackson is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at McMaster University, with a focus on Indigenous health and HIV/AIDS research. His work emphasizes resilience among Indigenous communities living with HIV, challenging pathologizing narratives through community-based methodologies. He co-leads the Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research, a $4.8M initiative prioritizing self-determination in health research.
Education: B.A. (Sociology, University of Ottawa), M.A. (Sociology, University of Manitoba), PhD (Social Work, McMaster University).
Research Interests: Indigenous health equity, aging with HIV, gender/sexuality in healthcare, and decolonizing research practices. His studies explore intersections of culture, mental health, and physical well-being, particularly among Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse populations.
Recent Work Trends: Focus on resilience frameworks, stress reduction interventions, and pandemic impacts on marginalized communities. His articles highlight community-based solutions and culturally grounded approaches to health disparities.
Grants & Collaborations: Feast Centre projects, partnerships with Indigenous communities, and participatory methodologies in STBBI research. Teaching includes courses on Indigenous health, community-based research, and social justice advocacy.
Labs/Teams: Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research, McMaster Indigenous Research Institute.
