Congratulations to BRC Knowledge Mobilization Lead and Senior Scientist, Rackeb Tesfaye, for receiving the 2026 Peter Levesque Award for Knowledge Mobilization Leadership.

Awarded by Research Impact Canada, this honour recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing knowledge mobilization as a profession and is named in honor of Peter Levesque, a pioneer in the field.

Through her exceptional leadership and mentorship, commitment to community-engaged research, innovative knowledge mobilization practices, and the creation of pathways for research to generate positive social change, Rackeb continues to make a meaningful impact in the field.

We are proud to see her work recognized and celebrate this well-deserved achievement. Congratulations, Rackeb!