Hello and happy spring! This month, we're thrilled to announce recent funding developments and extend a warm welcome to two new additions to our esteemed faculty. Dive into the latest insights from a HELP study highlighting the importance of school connectedness for transgender and gender-diverse youth, along with our latest Data in Action story.
RayCam: Using Data for Planning and Action
RayCam Co-operative Centre has long been a cornerstone for local residents, children, families and seniors in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and Strathcona neighbourhoods. Raycam released a Summary Report highlighting key findings and recommendations from their Strathcona Early Childhood Needs Assessment process that included HELP data and research support. Learn more about this impactful partnership and the strides being made to address local challenges in this latest Data in Action story.
HELP Study: School Connectedness Critical for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth
What role does school connectedness play in the mental health of transgender and gender-diverse (T&GD) youth? A new study led by HELP researchers Maram Alkawaja, Dr. Eva Oberle, and Dr. Tonje Molyneux has been published in School Mental Health, analyzing data from more than 23,000 students in grades 6-8 across British Columbia. The findings highlight the critical importance of safe and inclusive school environments for the well-being of T&GD youth.
Introducing New Faculty: Dr. Angie Ip and Dr. Trevor Goodyear
We are thrilled to announce the addition of two distinguished faculty members, Dr. Angie Ipand Dr. Trevor Goodyear. Both bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to equity and interdisciplinary research, enhancing HELP’s mission to support the health and well-being of children through interdisciplinary research and mobilizing knowledge.
Please join us in celebrating various new funding announcements from HELP's esteemed faculty members!
⇒ SSHRC PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Dr. Martin Guhn has received SSHRC funding for a new project, Advancing community partnerships to integrate monitoring system data and support decision making for the well-being of children, youth, and families.
⇒ UBC GRANTS FOR CATALYZING RESEARCH CLUSTERS
Dr. Guhn has also received funding for a new research cluster, Roots for Indigenous Partnered Research, which aims to strengthen collaborations between researchers and Indigenous communities, collectives, and organizations.
Dr. Matt Carwana's renewed cluster focuses on overdose prevention, uniting an interdisciplinary team of experts working towards their mission of ending youth overdose deaths.
Check out HELP's new In the Media section on our website, showcasing recent coverage of HELP studies and expert researchers on prominent media platforms including CBC, Global News, and NPR. Stay informed and see how HELP is making headlines!
Registration is now open for Compassionate Systems Leadership BC's second cohort of Going Deeper — a journey of learning, doing, and sharing. This is an “in BC” opportunity for those of you who would like to grow your Compassionate Systems Leadership practice with a focus on leading the work in your context.
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