Neisa Long

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Project Associate

Office of the AVP, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Western University

Email: nlong9@uwo.ca

Neisa Long is a King's University College Alumni who graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology and History. As a first-generation graduate, Long views her academic achievement as a significant milestone. Long's upbringing comes from a complex family dynamic that instilled in her a profound appreciation for diverse perspectives and identities. Central to her everyday life is her commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDID), ensuring the authentic representation of both her cultural heritages and intersecting identities.

Long currently works in the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at Western University, where she actively supports students, staff, faculty, and community, amplifying their voices and sense of belonging. She is also the acting Co-Chair of the Black Faculty and Staff Steering Committee and Pride Planning Committee on campus. Drawing from her academic pursuits and personal experiences, she delved into extensive research on racial inequity, exploring its historical underpinnings and enduring legacies. Long’s passion for history and uncovering exemplifies her dedication to scholarly inquiry and her relentless pursuit of social justice through storytelling and community engagement.