Vivian Giang

Vivian Giang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communications at MacEwan University. She is pursuing interdisciplinary doctoral studies (anthropology and engineering) through the University of Alberta’s Future Energy Systems research initiative, focusing on equitable community engagement processes and communication frameworks for sustainable renewable energy development that respects Indigenous rights.

Her research interests center on community engagement, renewable energy transitions, Indigenous rights, and developing equitable communication frameworks for responsible energy development.

Awards and honors include:

• National Geographic Explorer (2022-23)
• MacEwan University Distinguished Alumni Award (2022)
• Fulbright Canada Scholarship (2021-22)
• Joseph-Armand Bombardier CGS-D Scholar (2019-22)
• University of Alberta President’s Doctoral Prize of Distinction (2019-22)
• Action Canada/Public Policy Forum Fellow (2019-20)