Current Research
My work is informed by my professional experiences working across the public and private energy sector, in the mining industry, and in public policy. My use of mixed methods reflects this experience in both the natural and social sciences. I use both quantitative and qualitative sociological methods and enjoy experimenting with new techniques. I am committed to incorporating critical methodologies across my scholarship.
Sunset over Lac La Martre on the shore of Whatì
As demand grows to fortify critical mineral supply chains, places like the NWT will increasingly be in the public spotlight. This current project centers on ensuring these potential developments serve the people and communities who will be most impacted.
Cameron Falls, NWT
12:00 pm in Wekweètì
May 2023: Tin Can Park- Yellowknife NWT, Canada
For the last four years, I have had the privilege of working alongside the Tłı̨chǫ people whose traditional territory is in what is now referred to as the Northwest Territories, Canada. During this time, our work together has focused on the impacts of mining on Tłı̨chǫ communities, the effectiveness of previous impact assessment processes to adequately anticipate and mitigate impacts, and what the future looks like for Tłı̨chǫ with respect to climate change impacts on the land and renewed domestic interest in critical minerals near Tłı̨chǫ lands.
Nàı̨lı̨ı̨ (Whati water falls)
Sunrise in Wekweètì