Tired of images and words about Muslim people in the Media being “oppressed”, “submissive” “terrorist”?
Want to challenge media stereotypes and create your own VIDEOS?
Come to Making Noise! Media Arts Project
Take part in a series of exciting FREE 8-week media training this summer! Making Noise! is an exciting hands-on media arts training that addresses the invisibility and negative portrayals of Muslim young women and Trans people in media.
• Learn video production techniques (filming, editing, sound, distribution) to create your own video
• Create and edit podcasts (recording and interviewing skills)
• Gain skills in media literacy and critique to challenge mainstream media images of Muslims and particularly Muslim women
All supplies and materials provided
TTC & Food will be provided
Childcare available with one week notice
When: mid-June to mid-August (8 weeks)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm on Wednesday or Thursday (to be determined)
Contact: make.noise.media[at]gmail.com or call (647) 456-4919
Deadline to apply is June 8th. Spaces are limited, so register early!
PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO MAKE.NOISE.MEDIA[at]GMAIL.COM TO APPLY!!!
Making Noise! is open to all women and Trans people who self-identify as Muslim (16 – 29). We are committed to creating a safer space where Muslim young women and Trans people regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, sect, mode of dress, religiosity, sexual orientation, gender identity, class, ability can feel comfortable.
Making Noise! Media Project is sponsored by the Urban Alliance on Race Relations, Our Collective Dreams: Muslim Women in Conversation About Violence, and Ontario Women’s Directorate.
Launch of video project in September at various community spaces across the GTA
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Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
NURSING RESEARCH DAY (Ryerson) - Leading Research for Health in Our Communities
It's not too late to register for:
The Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing 2nd Annual Research Day:
Leading Research for Health in Our Communities
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009
Ryerson University, Toronto ON
Registration Deadline:
Early-bird reduced rate - May 30, 2009
Regular rate - June 15, 2009
The goal of this conference is to provide a venue for sharing research findings and fostering exchange of ideas relevant to enhancing health in our communities. Dialogue and debate will centre on current priority issues, crossing sectoral boundaries, and addressing barriers to health within diverse communities, to advance health research for policy and practice.
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Marilyn Ford Gilboe
TR Meighen Family Foundation Community Nursing Professor
Chair of Graduate Programs, School of Nursing, University of Western Ontario
Featured panelists:
Dr. Colleen Varcoe
School of Nursing, University of British Columbia
Dr. Judith Wuest
Faculty of Nursing, University of New Brunswick
Co-sponsored by The Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Ryerson University and
Lambda Pi-at-Large Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference will be preceded by:
Program Evaluation Workshop
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009, 1:30pm-4:30pm
Facilitated by Dr. Souraya Sidani
Canada Research Chair, Tier 1 and Director of the Health Intervention Research Centre, Ryerson University
To register, please complete attached registration form and send to
nursing.researchday[at]ryerson.ca
For more information, please visit our website
http://www.ryerson.ca/nursing/
Or contact: Daphne Paszterko, dpaszter[at]ryerson.ca, 416-979-5000 x7076
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The Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing 2nd Annual Research Day:
Leading Research for Health in Our Communities
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009
Ryerson University, Toronto ON
Registration Deadline:
Early-bird reduced rate - May 30, 2009
Regular rate - June 15, 2009
The goal of this conference is to provide a venue for sharing research findings and fostering exchange of ideas relevant to enhancing health in our communities. Dialogue and debate will centre on current priority issues, crossing sectoral boundaries, and addressing barriers to health within diverse communities, to advance health research for policy and practice.
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Marilyn Ford Gilboe
TR Meighen Family Foundation Community Nursing Professor
Chair of Graduate Programs, School of Nursing, University of Western Ontario
Featured panelists:
Dr. Colleen Varcoe
School of Nursing, University of British Columbia
Dr. Judith Wuest
Faculty of Nursing, University of New Brunswick
Co-sponsored by The Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Ryerson University and
Lambda Pi-at-Large Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference will be preceded by:
Program Evaluation Workshop
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009, 1:30pm-4:30pm
Facilitated by Dr. Souraya Sidani
Canada Research Chair, Tier 1 and Director of the Health Intervention Research Centre, Ryerson University
To register, please complete attached registration form and send to
nursing.researchday[at]ryerson.ca
For more information, please visit our website
http://www.ryerson.ca/nursing/
Or contact: Daphne Paszterko, dpaszter[at]ryerson.ca, 416-979-5000 x7076
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POST-DOC TRAINING PROGRAM (Centre for Research in Inner City Health, Toronto) - Call for Applications
2009 Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Health Equity Research: Call for Applications
Toronto, Ontario
Deadline June 15, 2009
A new CIHR Strategic Training Program in Health Research
The ACHIEVE Research Partnership: Action for Health Equity Interventions
Deadline: June 15, 2009 (First application review).
Note: In consideration of the short timeline associated with this start-up year of funding, late applications will be accepted and reviewed until July 15, 2009 or until all positions are filled.
In September 2009, the Centre for Research on Inner City Health (http://www.crich.ca) at St. Michaels Hospital (A University of Toronto teaching hospital) will launch a new post-doctoral training program focused on interventions research and partner-engaged research to reduce inner city health disparities. 4-6 Fellows will be admitted annually.
Post-Doctoral Fellowships Information
Eligibility Requirement: PhD and/or MD completion. For MDs applicants, additional completion of Masters level (or PhD) degreei s preferred, to ensure the candidate has advanced research skills. However, ACHIEVE also aims to build capacity related to interventions research for marginalized populations. In the absence of advanced research training among MD applicants, practical experience with marginalized populations will be strongly considered.
Term: September, 2009 - August 2011
Stipend: up to $50,000 per year, for two years
Location: Based at Centre for Research on Inner City Health (Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michaels Hospital), and Agency Partner Locations
Fellows are required to complete all training program components within the two years. (See curriculum outline below).
The Training Program must be notified of all other awards that are held or obtained during the fellowship period. Top-ups will be allowed up to the maximum allowed by CIHR.
How to Apply
1. Cover Letter
Describe your research interests and professionals goals & specifically how these would be advanced through participation in the ACHIEVE Research Partnership and engagement in the ACHIEVE curriculum;
Describe your research and/or practical experience related to the needs of marginalized populations and/or urban health inequities;
Proposed ACHIEVE Mentor -- whom you wish to work with, and why. (Faculty list is below)
Proposed linkages to Agency Partner(s) (optional)
At least three written references. One letter should be written by the thesis supervisor or current research mentor/supervisor. It is encouraged that one letter of reference should be written by a representative of a community-based agency and/or policy-maker organization. Letters of reference should speak about the suitability of the applicant for this program considering the focus on interventions research, community and partner engagement, methodological innovations, and research linked to practical change.
2. CV
3. Two (2) writing samples
4. Transcripts (including undergraduate work) -- copies acceptable.
Mailing Address:Courier Address:
CIHR ACHIEVE Research Partnership
c/o Brigette WilliamsCenter for Research on Inner City Health
Center for Research on Inner City Health
70 Richmond Street East, 4th Floor
St. Michaels Hospital
Toronto, ON M5C 1N8
30 Bond Street
Tel: 416-864-6060 x2528
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8
Fax: 416-864-5485
Email: WilliamsBr[at]smh.toronto.on.ca
About the Program
Note: Funding to launch the ACHIEVE Research Partnership was announced in April 2009.
Our website will not be available until Summer 2009. For more information about the program, please read the document attached. For more information contact Kelly Murphy at
murphyke[at]smh.toronto.on.ca/416-864-6060x3379
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Toronto, Ontario
Deadline June 15, 2009
A new CIHR Strategic Training Program in Health Research
The ACHIEVE Research Partnership: Action for Health Equity Interventions
Deadline: June 15, 2009 (First application review).
Note: In consideration of the short timeline associated with this start-up year of funding, late applications will be accepted and reviewed until July 15, 2009 or until all positions are filled.
In September 2009, the Centre for Research on Inner City Health (http://www.crich.ca) at St. Michaels Hospital (A University of Toronto teaching hospital) will launch a new post-doctoral training program focused on interventions research and partner-engaged research to reduce inner city health disparities. 4-6 Fellows will be admitted annually.
Post-Doctoral Fellowships Information
Eligibility Requirement: PhD and/or MD completion. For MDs applicants, additional completion of Masters level (or PhD) degreei s preferred, to ensure the candidate has advanced research skills. However, ACHIEVE also aims to build capacity related to interventions research for marginalized populations. In the absence of advanced research training among MD applicants, practical experience with marginalized populations will be strongly considered.
Term: September, 2009 - August 2011
Stipend: up to $50,000 per year, for two years
Location: Based at Centre for Research on Inner City Health (Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michaels Hospital), and Agency Partner Locations
Fellows are required to complete all training program components within the two years. (See curriculum outline below).
The Training Program must be notified of all other awards that are held or obtained during the fellowship period. Top-ups will be allowed up to the maximum allowed by CIHR.
How to Apply
1. Cover Letter
Describe your research interests and professionals goals & specifically how these would be advanced through participation in the ACHIEVE Research Partnership and engagement in the ACHIEVE curriculum;
Describe your research and/or practical experience related to the needs of marginalized populations and/or urban health inequities;
Proposed ACHIEVE Mentor -- whom you wish to work with, and why. (Faculty list is below)
Proposed linkages to Agency Partner(s) (optional)
At least three written references. One letter should be written by the thesis supervisor or current research mentor/supervisor. It is encouraged that one letter of reference should be written by a representative of a community-based agency and/or policy-maker organization. Letters of reference should speak about the suitability of the applicant for this program considering the focus on interventions research, community and partner engagement, methodological innovations, and research linked to practical change.
2. CV
3. Two (2) writing samples
4. Transcripts (including undergraduate work) -- copies acceptable.
Mailing Address:Courier Address:
CIHR ACHIEVE Research Partnership
c/o Brigette WilliamsCenter for Research on Inner City Health
Center for Research on Inner City Health
70 Richmond Street East, 4th Floor
St. Michaels Hospital
Toronto, ON M5C 1N8
30 Bond Street
Tel: 416-864-6060 x2528
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8
Fax: 416-864-5485
Email: WilliamsBr[at]smh.toronto.on.ca
About the Program
Note: Funding to launch the ACHIEVE Research Partnership was announced in April 2009.
Our website will not be available until Summer 2009. For more information about the program, please read the document attached. For more information contact Kelly Murphy at
murphyke[at]smh.toronto.on.ca/416-864-6060x3379
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Friday, May 22, 2009
RESOURCE - Measuring Equity of Care in Hospital Settings: From Concepts to Indicators
A new resource has been released by the Centre for Research in Inner City Health at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto that presents 10 indicators for use to measure and monitor equity in hospitals. The report can be read here: http://www.stmichaelshospital.com/pdf/crich/measuring_equity.pdf
Introduction from the Executive Summary:
The province of Ontario has identified the need to address inequities in health
care (Rachlis, 2007). In 2009, the Toronto Central Local Health Integration
Network (TC-LHIN) required hospitals to begin reporting on equity initiatives.
Despite increasing interest, measuring equity in hospitals is a relatively new
practice in Canada. Knowledge of indicators best suited for assessing equity in
hospitals, including how best to measure and take action relative to these
indicators, is only just developing.
The Centre for Research on Inner City Health (CRICH) at St. Michael’s Hospital
partnered with the Hospital Collaborative on Marginalized Populations in the
TC-LHINto complete a review of scholarly and grey literature concerning existing
approaches for measuring equity of care in the hospital setting.
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WORKSHOP - Job Search for Internationally Trained Medical Professionals (June 2-4, 2009)
Job Search Workshop for Medical Professionals, June 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2009
Are any of your clients internationally trained? If so, then they will benefit from our specialized three-day Job Search Workshop for Medical Professionals, taking place June 2nd, 3rd & 4th, 2009.
This intensive pre-employment workshop provides the information clients need to become job ready. After the workshop, each client will receive a minimum of three months of individualized support from an employment counsellor. A workshop flyer is attached.
This workshop is focused exclusively on the field of medicine. It covers job search skills for the Canadian market and for specific medical professions. Clients will:
- Learn more about Canadian Medical professional designations
- Understand the types of medical jobs available in Canada and where to find them
- Prepare a professional resume and cover letter
- Find out how to work with medical recruiters
- Prepare for job interviews, and
- Develop a job search strategy tailored for their field and needs
Guest speakers will include representatives from employment leaders and academic experts in the field, as well as employment counsellors with extensive experience working with internationally trained medical professionals.
The workshop will be held June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at CultureLink Settlement Services, 2340 Dundas St. West, Suite 301 M6P 4A9. For more information, or to register clients for this workshop, please call the CultureLink Job Search Workshop at 416-588-6288 x213 or email lkrowiak[at]culturelink.net. Spaces are limited.
**Please note: This workshop is open to Landed Immigrants/ Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees**
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Orientation Sessions (Toronto) - Neighbours, Friends and Family
From Settlement At Work listserv:
Neighbours, Friends and Family: Invitation to GTA Orientation Sessions
http://atwork.settlement.org/sys/atwork_whatshappen_detail.asp?anno_id=2008260
In partnership with the Centre for Research and Education on Violence against Women and Children at the University of Western Ontario, OCASI invites immigrant-serving organizations to an orientation session on the Neighbours, Friends and Family: Diverse Communities Project.
NFF is a province-wide public education campaign run by the Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children, to raise awareness of the signs of woman abuse so that those close to an at-risk woman or an abusive man can help.
Register now for sessions in the GTA.
Sessions will run from 1:00 - 5:00 except in York Region, which will run from 12:30 - 4:30.
To register, please click on the link above.
Rexdale May 19
Scarborough May 20
Peel Region/Mississauga June 9
Durham Region/Ajax June 10
York Region/Vaughan June 11
OCASI invites managers, directors, volunteers and frontline workers in immigrant-serving agencies register for a session. The objective of the day will be to create awareness of the NFF campaign and to begin exploring whether agencies might find the campaign useful in their own communities. Participants are encouraged to invite members in their community or other service organizations interested in issues related to violence against women who they would like to work with in the future.
If interested but unable to attend, please contact Linda Rosenbaum at lrosenbaum[at]ocasi.org or (416) 322-4950 ext. 354 to discuss other ways to participate in the project.
For more information please visit the project page on the OCASI website.
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Neighbours, Friends and Family: Invitation to GTA Orientation Sessions
http://atwork.settlement.org/sys/atwork_whatshappen_detail.asp?anno_id=2008260
In partnership with the Centre for Research and Education on Violence against Women and Children at the University of Western Ontario, OCASI invites immigrant-serving organizations to an orientation session on the Neighbours, Friends and Family: Diverse Communities Project.
NFF is a province-wide public education campaign run by the Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children, to raise awareness of the signs of woman abuse so that those close to an at-risk woman or an abusive man can help.
Register now for sessions in the GTA.
Sessions will run from 1:00 - 5:00 except in York Region, which will run from 12:30 - 4:30.
To register, please click on the link above.
Rexdale May 19
Scarborough May 20
Peel Region/Mississauga June 9
Durham Region/Ajax June 10
York Region/Vaughan June 11
OCASI invites managers, directors, volunteers and frontline workers in immigrant-serving agencies register for a session. The objective of the day will be to create awareness of the NFF campaign and to begin exploring whether agencies might find the campaign useful in their own communities. Participants are encouraged to invite members in their community or other service organizations interested in issues related to violence against women who they would like to work with in the future.
If interested but unable to attend, please contact Linda Rosenbaum at lrosenbaum[at]ocasi.org or (416) 322-4950 ext. 354 to discuss other ways to participate in the project.
For more information please visit the project page on the OCASI website.
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REPORT (Public Health Agency of Canada) Report on the State of Public Health in Canada 2008: Addressing Health Inequalities
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/2008/cphorsphc-respcacsp/pdf/CPHO-Report-e.pdf
This is the first annual report of the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Dr. David Butler-Jones, "exploring the public health approach, the health of the Canadian population, variances in health among the population and factors that contribute to health inequalities" (page 19).
Though there is no critical exploration of the role of racialization, the report offers an interesting overview of some current and historical public health initiatives in Canada.
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This is the first annual report of the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Dr. David Butler-Jones, "exploring the public health approach, the health of the Canadian population, variances in health among the population and factors that contribute to health inequalities" (page 19).
Though there is no critical exploration of the role of racialization, the report offers an interesting overview of some current and historical public health initiatives in Canada.
Read more...
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
SYMPOSIUM (Toronto) - Health and Racism Working Group Symposium 2009
From the Health Equity Council listserv:
Health and Racism Working Group Symposium 2009
Dear Community Partners and Friends,
The Health and Racism Working Group invites you to join us on May 27th from 12-4 at our Symposium 2009!
The Symposium is an opportunity for us to engage with you around the work we have done over the past year on racism's impact on health and wellness. The Symposium will feature guest speakers, a launch of a PhotoVoice Exhibit, meet and greet with members, information on opportunities provided by the group, discussion on Peel's anti-racism work, and available resources promoting equity and health.
Please RSVP to rsvpsymposium2009[at]gmail.com by May 22nd, the cost is 25.00 and payable by check or cash on May 27th.
For info on our history, previous events, and mission, please visit
www.healthandracism.blogspot.com
Many thanks,
Nicole Ghanie-Opondo
On behalf of the Health and Racism Working Group
Nicole Ghanie-Opondo
Health Promoter and Community Relations
East Mississauga Community Health Centre
A Branch of LAMP CHC
2555 Dixie Road, Unit 7
Mississauga, L4Y 4C4
Tel: 905-602-4082
Fax: 905-602-5432
www.eastmississaugachc.org
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Health and Racism Working Group Symposium 2009
Dear Community Partners and Friends,
The Health and Racism Working Group invites you to join us on May 27th from 12-4 at our Symposium 2009!
The Symposium is an opportunity for us to engage with you around the work we have done over the past year on racism's impact on health and wellness. The Symposium will feature guest speakers, a launch of a PhotoVoice Exhibit, meet and greet with members, information on opportunities provided by the group, discussion on Peel's anti-racism work, and available resources promoting equity and health.
Please RSVP to rsvpsymposium2009[at]gmail.com by May 22nd, the cost is 25.00 and payable by check or cash on May 27th.
For info on our history, previous events, and mission, please visit
www.healthandracism.blogspot.com
Many thanks,
Nicole Ghanie-Opondo
On behalf of the Health and Racism Working Group
Nicole Ghanie-Opondo
Health Promoter and Community Relations
East Mississauga Community Health Centre
A Branch of LAMP CHC
2555 Dixie Road, Unit 7
Mississauga, L4Y 4C4
Tel: 905-602-4082
Fax: 905-602-5432
www.eastmississaugachc.org
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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS - Women's Mental Health in Ontario - deadline: June 12, 2009
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Women's Mental Health in Ontario: Building Networks and Research Capacity
Deadline for Submissions: June 12, 2009
The Women's Mental Health Program of the University of Toronto invites
you to submit an abstract to our first provincial conference on women's
mental health. The theme, "Women's Mental Health in Ontario:
Building Networks and Research Capacity," is intended to create a forum
for women's mental health researchers across Ontario to meet one
another, share their research and ideas, and forge collaborative
relationships. Submissions from all academic disciplines are welcome, as
are topics in any area of women's mental health. We invite researchers
at all stages of their careers to participate. We especially encourage
students and trainees to submit proposals.
The conference will consist of a full day of paper presentations,
symposia, panel discussions, poster sessions and a plenary address by
Dr. Kimberly Yonkers, Associate Professor at Yale University. Please
join us and present your research. Research projects at all stages of
development are welcome. Our aim is to share ideas and foster dialogue.
The conference will be held on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at the
University of Toronto. Go to
http://www.womensresearch.ca/news/womens_mental_health_conference.php
for more details.
Program Co-Chairs:
Catherine Classen, PhD, CPsych
Taryn Tang, PhD
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Women's Mental Health in Ontario: Building Networks and Research Capacity
Deadline for Submissions: June 12, 2009
The Women's Mental Health Program of the University of Toronto invites
you to submit an abstract to our first provincial conference on women's
mental health. The theme, "Women's Mental Health in Ontario:
Building Networks and Research Capacity," is intended to create a forum
for women's mental health researchers across Ontario to meet one
another, share their research and ideas, and forge collaborative
relationships. Submissions from all academic disciplines are welcome, as
are topics in any area of women's mental health. We invite researchers
at all stages of their careers to participate. We especially encourage
students and trainees to submit proposals.
The conference will consist of a full day of paper presentations,
symposia, panel discussions, poster sessions and a plenary address by
Dr. Kimberly Yonkers, Associate Professor at Yale University. Please
join us and present your research. Research projects at all stages of
development are welcome. Our aim is to share ideas and foster dialogue.
The conference will be held on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at the
University of Toronto. Go to
http://www.womensresearch.ca/news/womens_mental_health_conference.php
for more details.
Program Co-Chairs:
Catherine Classen, PhD, CPsych
Taryn Tang, PhD
Read more...
Monday, May 11, 2009
Organizational Cultural Competence Audit Tools - Centretown CHC (Ottawa)
Organizational Cultural Competence Audits Tools from Centretown Community Health Centre
In 2006, working with the Centre for Research on Community Services, CCHC developed a framework for cultural competency. In 2007, working with Carleton University, an audit tool for assessing progress toward becoming a culturally competent organization was developed and implemented. Now, CCHC conducts its cultural competence audit every three years. We engage a consultant who administers these surveys in an online format, compiles the data and reports the findings in a PowerPoint presentation.
We are pleased to make these tools available to Ottawa-area organizations to assist them in evaluating their cultural competence. Specifically, CCHC is making available the following tools:
A comprehensive framework of Cultural Competence Standards and Indicators;
A list of key documents supporting organizational cultural competence;
Three survey questionnaires to be completed by Staff, Management and Board Members.
A CD with all of these documents is available for purchase for $30. We encourage you to use the documents and questionnaires in their entirety, as that will offer the most comprehensive assessment of your centre. Please note: the documents and CD are available in English only.
We encourage organizations that use these tools to share their aggregate data with CCHC in an effort to develop benchmarks across similar organizations.
To purchase a CD, or if you would like to be referred to the consultant, please contact:
Jeanne Van Lankveld, Administrative Assistant, Community Health Promotion and Early Years at (613) 233-4443 x2108 or jvanlankveld[at]centretownchc.org.
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In 2006, working with the Centre for Research on Community Services, CCHC developed a framework for cultural competency. In 2007, working with Carleton University, an audit tool for assessing progress toward becoming a culturally competent organization was developed and implemented. Now, CCHC conducts its cultural competence audit every three years. We engage a consultant who administers these surveys in an online format, compiles the data and reports the findings in a PowerPoint presentation.
We are pleased to make these tools available to Ottawa-area organizations to assist them in evaluating their cultural competence. Specifically, CCHC is making available the following tools:
A comprehensive framework of Cultural Competence Standards and Indicators;
A list of key documents supporting organizational cultural competence;
Three survey questionnaires to be completed by Staff, Management and Board Members.
A CD with all of these documents is available for purchase for $30. We encourage you to use the documents and questionnaires in their entirety, as that will offer the most comprehensive assessment of your centre. Please note: the documents and CD are available in English only.
We encourage organizations that use these tools to share their aggregate data with CCHC in an effort to develop benchmarks across similar organizations.
To purchase a CD, or if you would like to be referred to the consultant, please contact:
Jeanne Van Lankveld, Administrative Assistant, Community Health Promotion and Early Years at (613) 233-4443 x2108 or jvanlankveld[at]centretownchc.org.
Read more...
Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment
NNEWH Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment
Friday, 22 May 2009
Deadline May 22, 2009
Award Value: $20,000
Funding period: September 9, 2009 to March 31, 2010
The National Network on Environments and Women's Health (NNEWH) Graduate Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment is an annual award designed to support a highly qualified graduate student in extending her/his research experience by engaging in women's health research and policy advice with the support of a vibrant group of scholars and in the context of a busy year of activities and events hosted by NNEWH. The fellow will be involved in a variety of projects relating to environments and women's health, the "consumption" of chemicals, use of prescription drugs, and the growing concern around hormones and disinfectant byproducts in relation to water quality.
Eligibility
The Graduate Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment is open to graduate students from all disciplines. Candidates must be registered at a Canadian university and they should be studying issues at the intersection of gender, the environment and health. Evaluation criteria include:
Relevance of the student's area of research/study to NNEWH's mandate;
Demonstrated commitment to approaching environmental health issues and/or drug regulation issues from a gender perspective;
Academic excellence; and
Commitment to community-based research and interdisciplinarity.
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Friday, 22 May 2009
Deadline May 22, 2009
Award Value: $20,000
Funding period: September 9, 2009 to March 31, 2010
The National Network on Environments and Women's Health (NNEWH) Graduate Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment is an annual award designed to support a highly qualified graduate student in extending her/his research experience by engaging in women's health research and policy advice with the support of a vibrant group of scholars and in the context of a busy year of activities and events hosted by NNEWH. The fellow will be involved in a variety of projects relating to environments and women's health, the "consumption" of chemicals, use of prescription drugs, and the growing concern around hormones and disinfectant byproducts in relation to water quality.
Eligibility
The Graduate Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment is open to graduate students from all disciplines. Candidates must be registered at a Canadian university and they should be studying issues at the intersection of gender, the environment and health. Evaluation criteria include:
Relevance of the student's area of research/study to NNEWH's mandate;
Demonstrated commitment to approaching environmental health issues and/or drug regulation issues from a gender perspective;
Academic excellence; and
Commitment to community-based research and interdisciplinarity.
Application Process
Completed applications for the NNEWH Graduate Fellowship in Women's Health and the Environment must be submitted by May 22, 2009. Application packages must include:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- 2 reference letters in sealed envelopes
- Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Submit your application by May 22nd, 2009, to:
Dr. Dayna Nadine Scott / Anne Rochon Ford
Co-Directors
National Network on Environments and Women's Health
5021 TEL Building, York University
4700 Keele Street
North York, ON M3J 1P3
Questions may be directed to Jyoti Phartiyal at 416-736-2100 x20715
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Friday, May 8, 2009
Community Health Worker Conference (St. Louis, Missouri) - July 27-29, 2009
From the BHIC Weblog:
Community Health Worker Conference
The Center for Sustainable Health Outreach (CSHO) will hold its 10th annual Unity conference July 27-29, 2009 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. Unity 2009 is a national conference designed for and about community health workers. The theme for this year’s conference is “Community Health Workers - Celebrating Our Past and Charting the Future.”
http://www.usm.edu/csho/unity.html
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Community Health Worker Conference
The Center for Sustainable Health Outreach (CSHO) will hold its 10th annual Unity conference July 27-29, 2009 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. Unity 2009 is a national conference designed for and about community health workers. The theme for this year’s conference is “Community Health Workers - Celebrating Our Past and Charting the Future.”
http://www.usm.edu/csho/unity.html
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