Terri Givens is a Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. She was the Provost’s Advisor on the Strategy to Address Anti-Black Racism at McGill University from 2021-2024, where she supported the provost’s offices work to increase the hiring of and support for Black faculty, staff and students. She is formerly the CEO of the Center for Higher Education Leadership and has worked with a variety of colleges, universities and ed tech companies on issues related to innovation and excellence in higher education. As the author of the book “Radical Empathy: Finding a Path to Bridging Racial Divides,” she is a sought after consultant and speaker on issues related to leadership and inclusion. She has more than 30 years of experience in higher education, politics, international affairs, and nonprofits. She is an accomplished speaker and uses her platform to develop leaders with an understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion, while encouraging personal growth through empathy.

Terri is the author/editor of books and articles on immigration policy, European politics and right-wing politics. Her most recent published books are Radical Empathy: Finding a Path to Bridging Racial Divides, from Policy Press and The Roots of Racism: The Politics of White Supremacy in the US and Europe, published by Bristol University Press. Her book, Reckoning: Creating Positive Change through Radical Empathy is forthcoming in 2025.