Dr. Lobna Chérif is Chair in Resilience and Professor in the Department of Military Psychology and Leadership at the Royal Military College of Canada. Through her research, teaching, coaching, and program development, she advances resilience, leadership, and well-being in demanding professional environments. Her work bridges psychological science and leadership practice, translating research on character strengths, emotional intelligence, and resilience into applied training and educational programs.
Dr. Chérif is the creator of the Advanced Leadership and Resilience Training Certification, a program designed to cultivate resilient leadership in high-pressure contexts. The program has been implemented in several national and international military institutions and supports leadership development within allied professional military education environments.
She is also the author of Inner Journey: A Roadmap to Growth and Flourishing (Canadian Defence Academy Press), a peer-reviewed scholarly work that integrates psychological science and evidence-based practices to support personal growth, leadership development, and well-being.
Dr. Chérif holds a PhD in Psychology from Université Laval and professional certifications in Positive Psychology, Resilience Training, Professional and Personal Coaching, and Mindfulness-Based Strengths Practice. Throughout her career, she has delivered numerous workshops, lectures, and training programs nationally and internationally on positive psychology, resilience, and leadership.
These contributions have significantly shaped leadership development within the Canadian Armed Forces and beyond, earning her international recognition and several prestigious awards.
Dr. Chérif is also a dedicated advocate for social impact and community resilience. She actively supports Gnome for a Home, the award-winning non-profit founded by her daughter, which raises funds and awareness to support individuals experiencing homelessness in Kingston.
