Emma Elliott-Groves

Dr. Elliott-Groves is an assistant professor in the Department of Learning Sciences and Human Development in the College of Education at the University of Washington. She holds both a PhD in Educational Psychology and a Master of Social Work in Children, Youth, and Families.

Much of her research centers on understanding the meanings and explanations of suicidal behavior from the perspective of Indigenous peoples. Her work grows from ethical frameworks generated by Indigenous and place-based knowledges and practices to create process-centered approaches that illuminate Indigenous pathways toward collective livelihood. By employing a strengths-based approach to recovery, Dr. Elliott-Groves rigorously engages youth, families, and communities in the development of integrated behavioral health interventions to address complex social issues.

As an enrolled member of the Cowichan Tribes who was born and raised in the community, Dr. Elliott-Groves is currently partnering with her home community to design programming to strengthen its physical, mental, intellectual, and cultural health. The interdisciplinary intersections of her research include contemporary Indigenous issues; culture, learning, and human development; and trauma, prevention, and recovery.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO HUMANSANDNATURE.ORG:

• Restoring Indigenous Systems of Relationality
  A response to "How can we live respectfully with the land and with one another?"

NOTEWORTHY LINKS:

• University of Washington
  Learn more about Emma Elliott-Groves' work in the College of Education.