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Professor Shawanda is Anishinaabe from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory, Manitoulin Island. Her work is deeply rooted in her identity as an Anishinaabe woman and her commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples by revitalizing traditional practices and approaches to care.

Professor Shawanda鈥檚 primary research interests align with her passionate advocacy for Indigenous health equity, traditional knowledge systems, and Indigenous cultural resurgence. Through her work, she continues to inspire and empower Indigenous communities to reclaim their health sovereignty, promote healing, and ensure that future generations have access to both traditional and western healthcare practices that are respectful of their cultures and identities.

In addition to her advocacy work, Professor Shawanda has been involved in research and community-based projects focused on improving health outcomes for Indigenous peoples. She collaborates with academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and Indigenous communities to develop culturally relevant health programs and policies that respect and honour Indigenous traditions.

Professor Shawanda is the first Indigenous faculty member in SPGH, and her appointment is part of our school鈥檚 and university鈥檚 commitment to truth and reconciliation.