Assistant Professor
University of Vermont
Dr. Linda Chimwemwe G. Banda is an Assistant Professor of Social Work Policy and Gender-Based Violence at the University of Vermont. As an international and transnational scholar, her research focuses on human rights, social justice, gender equality, and the prevention of gender-based violence, with a particular emphasis on child marriage and its impact on girls. Utilizing an implementation science approach, Dr. Banda examines the effectiveness of policies and interventions aimed at preventing violence, promoting gender equity, and improving social welfare systems. Her work contributes to advancing evidence-based strategies that support the protection and empowerment of marginalized populations, fostering sustainable change in communities worldwide.
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