Dr. Lesniewski’s academic and professional expertise is in the areas of organizing and advocacy for low-wage immigrant workers and families. He research and advocacy work focus on the problem of wage theft and the attempts of low-wage workers, their organizations, and advocates work to re-regulate the labor market. He has worked as worker center organizer, serves on the board of a number of community development agencies in Chicago, and gives leadership to Dominican University’s civic and community engagement efforts. He received his MSW and PhD from the University of Chicago.