Dr. Alex Abramovich (he/him) is a Senior Scientist at the Institute for Mental Health Policy Research at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. Dr. Abramovich holds a Canada Research Chair in 2SLGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness and Mental Health, and is an award winning, internationally recognized leader whose program of research aims to investigate and improve the health and social inequities experienced by 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Dr. Abramovich has been addressing the issue of 2SLGBTQ+ youth homelessness for over 15 years. His research has led to ground-breaking practice and policy reform, including the launch of Canada’s first dedicated transitional housing program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. Dr. Abramovich has worked closely with all levels of government to develop policies and strategies that address the needs of 2SLGBTQ+ youth and young adults experiencing homelessness and is committed to research that successfully and ethically engages marginalized populations.