Stefanie Salazar PhD
About Stefanie Salazar PhD
Stefanie Salazar, PhD, is an Executive Associate at The George Washington University, specializing in Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) and community engagement. With extensive teaching experience and a diverse evaluation portfolio, she has contributed to various research initiatives across North America and Latin America since 2012.
Work at The George Washington University
Stefanie Salazar has held the position of Executive Associate at The George Washington University since 2016. In this role, she engages communities in research, utilizing Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) methodologies. Her work focuses on fostering collaboration between researchers and community members to address health-related issues effectively.
Education and Expertise
Stefanie Salazar earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Community Psychology from Université Laval, where she studied from 2005 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Universidad de Monterrey, completed between 2000 and 2004. Her educational background supports her expertise in engaging diverse communities and conducting evaluations in health research.
Background
Before her current role, Stefanie Salazar worked as an Operative Coordinator for the 'Salud Mesoamérica 2015' Project at El Colegio de la Frontera Sur (ECOSUR) from 2012 to 2013. She also served as a Professor at the Human Sciences Faculty of Universidad de Ciencias y Artes de Chiapas from 2011 to 2012. Her experience spans various educational levels and multicultural settings.
Achievements in Research and Evaluation
Stefanie Salazar has developed a diverse evaluation portfolio that includes baseline assessments, needs assessments, monitoring, and impact evaluations. She has demonstrated proficiency in disseminating research processes and outcomes to varied audiences. Her ability to integrate multiple research frameworks, such as CBPR and mixed-method approaches, enhances her contributions to health research.
Professional Skills and Interpersonal Engagement
Stefanie Salazar possesses rich interpersonal skills, allowing her to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across the US, Mexico, Canada, and French Guiana. Her expertise in engaging communities and her proficiency in research dissemination make her a valuable asset in her field.