Dr. Rachel Herron is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environment at Brandon University, a Tier II CRC in Rural and Remote Mental Health, and founding Director of the Centre for Critical Studies of Rural Mental Health. Dr. Herron works with researchers, students and community partners to develop solutions to rural mental health needs. Her research examines safety in settings of care, social inclusion, and the diversity of lived experiences of mental health. Her goal is to improve policies, practices, and the experiences related to rural mental health. Dr. Herron’s research involves analyzing documents, interviews, focus groups, diaries, and surveys to understand rural mental health needs as well as what systematic changes can be made to improve care and quality of life in rural places.