HAP Lab Alumnus

Selam Eyob is a practicing Urban Planner whose passion lies in public health, housing and urban development. With a strong academic background in research and public engagement, Selam strives to create communities that are more diverse, equitable, and sustainable through human centered practices. Selam has a Bachelor of Health Sciences from Simon Fraser University, and a Master in Environmental Studies with a specialization in Urban Planning from York University. Selam also has experience working alongside grassroots organizations and has contributed to various publications. She currently works as an Urban Planner for Brook McIlroy.

Publications:

• Eyob, S., Kolcak, M. & S. Biglieri. (Winter 2022). Accessibility and the Planning Profession. Plan Canada - Special Edition on the State of the Profession. Vol. 61, No. 4.

• Eyob, S. & J. Mohamed. (2021) “5 Things We Learned from NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver” Azure Magazine.

• Eyob, S. (2021). “A Timely Shift in Urban Planning: Calls to Action Address Anti-Black Racism and Inequities in the Profession.” [Major Paper, York University]

• Pitter, J. - Lead Author (2021) “Engaging Black People and Power - Public Engagement And Urban Policy Primer.” Co-Author: Eyob, S.

• Eyob, S., Karmali, S., Kolcak, M., Minor, J., Mohamed, J., Rajasingam, V. & C. Zheng. (2021). “From conversation to action: powerful collaboration yields impactful report.” York University Y File.

Research Interests: Equity, diversity and inclusion within urban development; the relationship between health and the built environment; systemic racism; policy and housing; place-making

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