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Associate Director, Center for Immigrant and Refugee Accompaniment
Loyola University Chicago, United States
Dr. Rai comes with over a decade of international community work experience. She has worked closely with community-based organizations while designing programs, engaging in program evaluation and providing direct support to individuals, families and groups. Dr. Rai has been a grassroots community worker in both rural and urban India. She has led national campaigns across India in partnership with multinationals and agencies like Johnson & Johnson, ANZ Bank as well as the US Consulate. She has also worked with community organizations in the Chicago area for about two years now. Through her community experience, Dr. Rai has engaged both in micro and macro social work practice.
Dr. Rai earned her Bachelor in Academic Law and Master of Social Work degrees from India. She received her Doctorate in Philosophy from the School of Social Work, University of Georgia. Her research interest is informed by her passion for engaging in community-centered research. Her primary areas of interest include gender-based violence across communities, with a specific focus on immigrants and immigration issues. Dr. Rai is invested in mentoring and aims to create “significant learning experiences” for her students. She has previously taught both undergraduate and graduate-level courses. Her research and practice expertise directly inform her classroom approach and discussions. As a scholar, educator and practitioner, Dr. Rai strives to further social justice every step of the way.
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Saturday, October 26, 2024
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM CT