Who We Are

Co-founder and lead researcher 

She is a professor in the Earth & Atmospheric Sciences department, the Associate Dean (EDI) for the College of Natural and Applied Sciences, and the Director of the Human Dimensions of Hazards Research Group at the University of Alberta. Dr. McGee’s research focuses on individual, community, and organizational responses to wildfires, and other environmental hazards. She has completed numerous studies on the human dimensions of wildfire, including wildfire risk perceptions, prevention, mitigation and preparedness, evacuation, and recovery. 

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Co-founder and lead researcher 

She is a Policy Advisor with Indigenous Leadership Initiative, a board member at the International Association of Wildland Fire, and a member of the international research advisory panel with Natural Hazards Research Australia. She also co-hosts the Good Fire podcast, which looks at Indigenous fire use around the world and advocates for the inclusion of Indigenous knowledge in wildfire management. Her research explores Indigenous fire stewardship, Indigenous wildland firefighters, wildfire evacuations, and Indigenous research methodology.
Alumna, Human Dimensions of Hazards Research Group

Postdoctoral Fellow 

Dr. Yearwood completed his PhD in Political Studies at Queen's University in 2023 and is now beginning his Postdoctoral research at the University of Alberta. Doug's research, conducted as part of the FNWEP, will explore host communities’ experiences, preparedness, and impacts of recent hosting, to better understand the challenges faced and lessons learned by host communities in these events. He is a member of the Human Dimensions of Hazards Research Group, and has a teaching background, having taught courses related to human rights, international relations, comparative politics, and public administration. 

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Community Engagement Coordinator

She holds a master’s degree in Community Engagement from the University of Alberta and brings a wealth of expertise in program planning, stakeholder engagement, research, and effective communication with diverse audiences. Within the FNWEP, she supports engagement and communications efforts, implements knowledge mobilization strategies, and manages social media accounts to enhance the project's reach and impact. 

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