Erin Dej
Associate Professor, Criminology
edej@wlu.ca
Brantford, Ontario
Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
Erin Dej is an expert in criminalizing homelessness, homelessness, homelessness prevention and NIMBYism (not in my backyard).
Areas of Expertise
- Criminology, Policing and Corrections
- Housing, Homelessness and Poverty
Biography
I received my PhD from the Department of Criminology at the University of Ottawa and my MA in Legal Studies from Carleton University. Before joining Laurier, I held a SSHRC funded postdoctoral fellowship with the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness, York University.
I am a critical criminologist, using qualitative researcher to support efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Canada, with an emphasis on unpacking social exclusion and working to build social inclusion.
Awards
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Wilfrid Laurier University Early Career Researcher Award (2021)
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SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2006-2008)
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SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship (2009-2012)
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Richard V. Ericson Graduate Paper Award, Canadian Society of Criminology (2009)