Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya | Social Work | Academic Engagement Excellence Award

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya, Univeristi Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya, MSW, Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), specializing in social work, social welfare, and human development. He serves as the Social Work Program Coordinator and holds various leadership roles, including Magistrate Advisor and Deputy Chairman of the Child Welfare Community in Penang. His extensive academic contributions include numerous international research grants and publications. Passionate about social justice, he collaborates globally to improve social policy and welfare systems. Dr. Yahaya’s dedication to academic engagement and community service has earned him recognition in the field of social work. 🌍

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

Dr. Mohd Haizzan Yahaya earned his Ph.D. in Social Work from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2016. Prior to that, he obtained a Master of Social Work from USM in 2012 and a Bachelor’s in Administrative Science (Hons.) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in 2010. His academic foundation also includes a Diploma in Public Administration from UiTM in 2017 and a Certificate in Housing Transition from the Hannan Foundation, USA, in 2014. His interdisciplinary education equips him with comprehensive insights into social welfare, policy-making, and human development. 📘

💼 Experience

Dr. Yahaya has been a Senior Lecturer at USM since 2016 and currently coordinates the Social Work Program. He also serves as a part-time lecturer at Lincoln University College, Kuala Lumpur. His leadership roles include Magistrate Advisor of the High Court and Deputy Chairman of the Child Welfare Community in Penang. Internationally, he is a Board Member of the Asian and Pacific Association for Social Work Education (APASWE) and contributes to the Human Rights and Social Justice Committee of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW). His past experience includes serving as an Executive Officer at the State Education Department in Penang. 🏛️

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Yahaya has been recognized for his contributions to social work through prestigious international research grants and leadership roles. He received funding from institutions like the Asian Research Institute for International Social Work (Japan) and the Japan College of Social Work. His dedication to social welfare policy and academic excellence has also led to prominent roles in APASWE and IASSW. Additionally, his impactful community work as a Magistrate Advisor and Deputy Chairman for child welfare in Penang has further established his leadership in the field. 🌿

🔎 Research Focus

Dr. Yahaya’s research primarily focuses on social welfare, social work, and human development. His studies address child poverty, community well-being, urban poverty, and the effectiveness of social policies. He also explores the intersection of social work with religion and culture in Asia. His comparative international research, supported by institutions in Japan and Malaysia, contributes to the development of practical solutions for vulnerable populations. His work aims to promote equitable social policies and enhance the effectiveness of community support systems. 📊

Publication Top Notes

📘 Kesejahteraan Sosial dan Perumahan – MH Yahaya, RFR Badaruddin, PSJ Singh – Sosiohumanika 10 (2), 245-256 – 📊 Cited by: 10 – 📅 Year: 2017

📘 Addressing poverty through innovative policies: A review of the Malaysian experience – A Azman, J Sulaiman, MT Mohamad, PSJ Singh, MH Yahaya, S Drani – Int. J. of Social Work and Human Services Practice 2 (4), 157-162 – 📊 Cited by: 10 – 📅 Year: 2014

📘 Social work practices in community governance: A systematic literature review – G Wenmei, MH Yahaya, I Ali – Asian Social Work and Policy Review 18 (1), e12296 – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 Islamic and local knowledge on social work in Malaysia and Bangladesh – ZA Hatta, ZM Saad, TK Das, I Ali, MA Hossain, MH Yahaya – Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work: Social Thought 40 (4) – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2021

📘 Psychometric properties of the 42-item version of Ryff’s psychological well-being scale among working women in Malaysia – NS Alias, IHM Hashim, MH Yahaya – JoHDeC 9, 23-28 – 📊 Cited by: 7 – 📅 Year: 2020

📘 Understanding the communication pattern and emotional abuse: Domestic violence victims among married women – MS Shaari, MH Yahaya, N Juaini – Int. J. of Recent Technology and Engineering 8 (2), 246-250 – 📊 Cited by: 5 – 📅 Year: 2019

📘 Implementation dilemmas of the Needle Syringe Exchange Programme (NSEP): Between the law and prevention – PSJ Singh, A Azman, MS Samsurijan, RFR Badaruddin, K Vadevelu, MH Yahaya – Pacific Science Review B: Humanities and Social Sciences 2 (2), 53-57 – 📊 Cited by: 5 – 📅 Year: 2016

📘 Family Participation Model with Children with Disabilities in Realising an Inclusive Society – MHY Juli Astutik, Budi Suprapto, Zaenal Abidin – EMPATI: Jurnal Ilmu Kesejahteraan Sosial 12 – 📊 Cited by: 3* – 📅 Year: 2023

📘 Kesejahteraan dalam Pembangunan Komuniti Program Perumahan Rakyat (PPR): Suatu Pemerhatian Awal – PS Gopal, NEA Tamizi, MM Shaed, NM Malek, MH Yahaya – MJSSH 6 (10), 292-302 – 📊 Cited by: 3 – 📅 Year: 2021

📘 Psychosocial Review of Drug Substance Use among Transgender In Penang, Malaysia – K Vadevelu, S Effendi, PSJ Singh, RFR Badaruddin, MS Samsurijan, MH Yahaya – Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Studies, 59-69 – 📊 Cited by: 3 – 📅 Year: 2019

📘 Impak perubahan iklim ke atas pertanian berdasarkan Model Simulasi Pertumbuhan Tanaman (CGS) – R Firdaus, MS Samsurijan, PS Jamir Singh, MH Yahaya, AR Abdul Latiff – Malaysian Journal of Society and Space 14 (3), 53-66 – 📊 Cited by: 2 – 📅 Year: 2018

📘 A study on substance abuse awareness and usage trends within the construction sector – PS Jamir Singh, AE Oke, J Aliu, T Isaiah Kayode, R Azura Ramli, MH Yahaya – Construction Innovation – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 The effectiveness of the moral rehabilitation program with the concept of religion and spirituality for adolescents with drugs – FK Bahrin, MM Yusof, MH Zamri, MH Yahaya – Texila Int. J. of Public Health 12 (2) – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2024

📘 Psychological Dilemmas of People Trapped in Telecommunication Network Fraud Under the Post-Epidemic Situation and the Social Work Interventions – G Wenmei, MH Yahaya – Asian Social Work Journal 7 (4), 11-22 – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2022

📘 Kemiskinan bandar: kesedaran terhadap keperluan nutrisi pelajar SMK Anderson Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia – MHMI Hisham, MH Yahaya – Proceeding ICSW, 67-75 – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2020

📘 Impak perubahan iklim ke atas pertanian berdasarkan Model Simulasi Pertumbuhan Tanaman (CGS) – R Firdaus, MS Samsurijan, PSJ Singh, MH Yahaya, ARA Latiff – Geografia 14 (3) – 📊 Cited by: 1 – 📅 Year: 2018

Michelle Harris | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr Michelle Harris, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Dr. Michelle Harris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She earned her PhD from Georgia State University, where her dissertation focused on victimization among individuals with mental disorders. Dr. Harris has previously held faculty positions at the University of Texas at Dallas and has extensive teaching experience, including courses on mental health and crime. Her research examines the intersection of mental health, victimization, and crime, contributing to several published articles in reputable journals. She has received numerous awards, including the Andrew Young School’s Excellence in Criminal Justice and Criminology Doctoral Research Award. 📚🔍💼

Publication profile

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Education

Dr. Michelle Harris earned her Doctorate of Philosophy in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Georgia State University in 2020, with a dissertation titled Victimization Amongst People with Mental Disorders: What Factors Influence Resiliency? under the guidance of Dr. Leah E. Daigle. She completed her Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology at the same institution in 2016. Prior to that, Dr. Harris obtained a Bachelor of Arts, double majoring in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas in 2014. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to understanding the intersection of mental health and victimization. 🎓📚

Experience

Dr. Michelle Harris is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology since 2024. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas (2020-2024), where she was also affiliated with the Public Health Program (2023-2024). Dr. Harris has a strong academic background from Georgia State University, where she worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and independently taught Research Methods (2019-2020). Additionally, she held positions as Managing Editor for the Criminal Justice Review and International Criminal Justice Review and was a Graduate Research Assistant for esteemed faculty members. 📚👩‍🏫

Awards

Dr. Michelle Harris has received numerous accolades for his exceptional contributions to the field of criminal justice and criminology. In 2019, he was honored with the Center for Research on Interpersonal Violence Student Travel Award for the ASC and the ACJS conferences, showcasing his dedication to advancing research in this critical area. He also earned the prestigious Andrew Young School of Policy Studies Excellence in Criminal Justice and Criminology Doctoral Research Award, an annual recognition given to one doctoral student. Additionally, he received the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Doctoral Summit Scholarship, awarded to 40 advanced doctoral students. In 2018, he was granted the Center for Research on Interpersonal Violence Dissertation Grant Award and previously held the Andrew Young Fellowship from 2014 to 2016. 🏆📚👨‍🎓

Research focus

Dr. Michelle Harris focuses her research on the intersection of mental health, victimization, and criminal behavior, particularly in youth populations. Her work examines the impact of mental disorders on violent victimization and offending, exploring mediating factors such as resilience and lifestyle patterns. Dr. Harris investigates gender differences in these experiences and aims to understand the broader implications of her findings for criminal justice and mental health interventions. Her studies contribute to a nuanced understanding of how mental health issues influence victimization and offending behaviors among adolescents. 📚🧠🔍⚖️

Publication top notes

The Relationships Between Mental Health and Violent Offending Among Serious Adolescent Offenders: An Examination of the Mediating Role of Experienced and Witnessed Victimization

Resilience and Violent Victimization of Youth With Mental Disorders: Group Differences Based on Sex?

Psychopathy checklist-youth version scores and recurring victimisation by an intimate partner in a justice-involved sample: A comparison of young men and women using longitudinal data

Safer or Endangered at Home?: An Examination of Neighborhood Effects on Family Violence Before, During, and After the COVID-19 Safer-at-Home Order

Understanding the mental calculus of a victim advisor: a survey experiment in the context of college campus sexual victimization

Violent Victimization of Youth With Mental Disorders: Does Lifestyles/Routine Activities or Control Perspectives Mediate the Relationship Between Mental Illness and Victimization?

Conclusion

Dr. Michelle Harris’s comprehensive academic background, significant teaching experience, and impactful research contributions make her an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances knowledge in criminology but also addresses critical societal issues related to mental health and victimization, underscoring her potential for further contributions in the field.

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