Dr. Wenonah Campbell

Wenonah Campbell, PhD, holds the John and Margaret Lillie Chair in Childhood Disability Research, and is an Associate Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Science Speech-Language Pathology Program, and CanChild Scientist. Her research is dedicated to optimizing health support services in schools to enhance inclusion, participation, and engagement in learning for all children. Wenonah has developed a collaborative, practice-based research program that employs diverse research methodologies, prioritizes meaningful engagement with stakeholders, and builds partnerships across the education and health sectors to develop inclusive, effective service delivery models. Wenonah has received more than $9.3 million in research funding, published more than 65 peer-reviewed papers, and delivered more than 185 presentations including 58 invited talks. To close the gap between evidence and practice, knowledge mobilization is a central component of Wenonah’s program of research. Her development of training programs and implementation tools to strengthen professionals’ capacity for inclusive tiered rehabilitation services, such as Partnering for Change, are testament to this commitment.