Dr. Manuela Valle-Castro
Educator And Researcher
Saskatoon,Saskatchewan
Summary
I am an experienced and effective anti-oppressive and anti-racist educator, researcher, and advocate with a focus on systems transformation, cultural and institutional change. I am interested in educational strategies that advance social justice, and research that can inform policy to address social inequities. I value integrity, accountability, and relationships. I specialize in the development and implementation of educational and research strategies that involve complex scenarios, including engaging multiple stakeholders with conflicting and evolving priorities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Researcher
Student Wellness Centre University of Saskatchewan
05.2024 - Current
- Mentored and supervised undergraduate and graduate students on Summer projects researching impacts of racism on student health.
- Conducted policy environmental scan and literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research projects.
- Provided anti-racism education for Student Wellness centre staff, from physicians and nurses to student peer health volunteers.
- Explore collaboration opportunities for knowledge translation and dissemination across and beyond campus.
Director, Division of Social Accountability
College of Medicine University of Saskatchewan
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Led comprehensive strategies to achieve successful accreditation of social accountability and equity, diversity and inclusion in College of Medicine.
- Advocated and collaborated with other units of College of Medicine to ensure that health equity, anti-racism, anti-oppression and community engagement are embedded in curriculum, research, and other areas of medical education.
Co-Researcher
HOPE Restored SK
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Established advisory committee with community organizations and stakeholders for collaborative opportunities on policy change initiatives.
- Performed qualitative analysis on collected data and developed policy recommendations for government and nonprofits.
- Co-built approach to human trafficking from intersectional feminist and harm reduction perspective in relationships with stakeholders.
- Conducted interviews with frontline agencies across AB, SK and MB, and their systematization, analysis and report.
- Maintained strict ethical guidelines during all phases of research activities guaranteeing compliance with institutional review board requirements.
Coordinator and Educator Anti-Racism Network
Saskatchewan Intercultural Association
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Researched best practices, developed, and delivered anti-racism curriculum for a range of organizations members of network.
- With support of local experts and input from community stakeholders, built relationships with diverse institutional and community actors, and supported design and implementation of accountability frameworks for organizations.
Program Coordinator Next Up SK
Global Youth Education Network Society
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Delivered programming on skills building for advocacy, leadership and organizing for engaged youth in Saskatchewan, and built partnerships to create better supports and resources for youth leaders.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within program framework.
Teaching Assistant
University of British Columbia
09.2005 - 12.2019
- Assisted with delivery of curriculum for a range of courses for Women’s and Gender Studies Program as well as Departments of Spanish and Political Studies.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Consultant
Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted a multi-stakeholder SK consultation to inform Federal Strategy on Anti-Racism.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Community University Institute for Social Research
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to inform research design and maintain awareness of current trends in the area of gender-based violence.
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Mentored junior researchers, enhancing their skills and supporting their career development.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Curriculum Development Specialist Visiting Fellow
University of Saskatchewan, Arts and Science
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing curricula, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary updates.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering comprehensive learning experience for students.
- Designed and delivered curriculum for a range of courses for Women’s and Gender Studies Program as well as Departments of English and Political Studies.
Sessional Lecturer
University of British Columbia
09.2010 - 05.2014
- Designed and delivered intersectional and transnational feminist curriculum for a range of courses for the Women’s and Gender Studies Program as well as the Departments of History, Spanish, and Political Studies.
Researcher and Program Evaluator
Asesorías Para El Desarrollo S.A.
01.2001 - 08.2005
- Conducted qualitative research and evaluation of social programs on education, gender equity, community development, and others.
- Coordinated field work, participated in conducting focus groups; gathering life stories, in-depth interviews and their systematization, as well as writing of final reports and presenting them to different governmental departments across Chile and Bolivia.
Education
Ph.D. - Gender, Race, Sexuality And Social Justice
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Women's And Gender Studies
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC 05.2001 -
Magister - Social Psychology
Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain 05.2001 -
Título Profesional And Licenciada - Clinical Psychology
Universidad Diego Portales
Santiago, Chile 05.2001 -
Skills
Critical Thinking
Data Analysis
MS Office
Documentation And Reporting
Scientific Writing
Qualitative Research
Research Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
Certificate Of Completion, Racial Equity Facilitator Training
Timeline
Researcher
Student Wellness Centre University of Saskatchewan
05.2024 - Current
Director, Division of Social Accountability
College of Medicine University of Saskatchewan
10.2020 - 10.2023
Co-Researcher
HOPE Restored SK
01.2019 - 09.2022
Consultant
Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan
11.2018 - 12.2018
Program Coordinator Next Up SK
Global Youth Education Network Society
06.2018 - 12.2019
Postdoctoral Researcher
Community University Institute for Social Research
04.2018 - 09.2018
Coordinator and Educator Anti-Racism Network
Saskatchewan Intercultural Association
01.2018 - 10.2020
Curriculum Development Specialist Visiting Fellow
University of Saskatchewan, Arts and Science
07.2015 - 05.2017
Sessional Lecturer
University of British Columbia
09.2010 - 05.2014
Teaching Assistant
University of British Columbia
09.2005 - 12.2019
Ph.D. - Gender, Race, Sexuality And Social Justice
University of British Columbia
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Women's And Gender Studies
University of British Columbia
05.2001 -
Magister - Social Psychology
Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
05.2001 -
Título Profesional And Licenciada - Clinical Psychology
Universidad Diego Portales
05.2001 -
Researcher and Program Evaluator
Asesorías Para El Desarrollo S.A.
01.2001 - 08.2005
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