Ezer Kang

Ezer Kang is a prominent figure in the field of psychology at Howard University. He currently serves as a Professor of Psychology, having been tenured in 2019.4 Dr. Kang is a core faculty member in the APA-accredited Clinical Psychology PhD program at Howard University.2

Academic Background and Expertise

Dr. Kang's educational background includes:

• B.A. from New York University (1992)
• M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary, School of Theology (1996)
• Ph.D. from Fuller Theological Seminary, Graduate School of Psychology (1999)
• Pre-Doctoral Clinical Psychology Internship at Boston University Medical Center (1999)
• Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in HIV/AIDS at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (2000)1

Research Focus

Dr. Kang's research and clinical work primarily focus on:

• Understanding how individuals and communities interact in the context of poverty
• Examining the mental and physical well-being of persons living with HIV in US cities and the Global South
• Exploring these issues through the lens of African diasporic experiences13

Global Community Health Lab

As the director of the Global Community Health Lab at Howard University, Dr. Kang leads various interdisciplinary projects that aim to broaden the understanding of illness and well-being in global communities, with a particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS.12

Professional Affiliations

In addition to his role at Howard University, Dr. Kang holds several other positions:

• Affiliate Professor at Howard University Hospital, College of Medicine
• Adjunct Professor at the University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda
• Public Health Advisor at the Center for Mental Health Services14

Dr. Kang's work extends beyond the United States, with collaborations in countries such as Nigeria, Thailand, and Rwanda.1 His research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to the fields of psychology, HIV/AIDS, and global health.