ProgramsHealthcare Research Capstone (Spring 2024)

Healthcare Research Capstone (Spring 2024)

Program Overview
Program Title Healthcare Research Capstone (Spring 2024)
Organization The J Healthcare Initiative
# of Students Enrolled
0
# of Projects Running
1 Project/s Added (of 2 Projects Expected)

Program Timeline

Project Duration

Start Date: 04/30/24      End Date: 07/31/24

3 months
Collaboration Overview
About Students

Full time students (advanced undergraduate or graduate students) who are interested to study the toxic drug crisis through the lens of Unhoused People Who Use Drugs. 

Student Level:   Bachelor Degree Graduate Degree Ph.D Degree

Student Time Commitment:   Full Time

Team Structure:   1 - 5

Program Goals
  1. Understand the complexities of the toxic drug crisis and its disproportionate impact on unhoused people who use drugs (PWUD).
    • Analyze the historical, social, economic, and political factors contributing to the toxic drug crisis.
    • Examine the unique challenges faced by unhoused PWUD, including lack of access to safe housing, healthcare, and support services.
  2. Develop a comprehensive understanding of harm reduction principles and practices.
    • Explore the philosophy and core principles of harm reduction approaches in addressing substance use.
    • Learn about evidence-based harm reduction interventions, such as safe consumption sites, needle exchange programs, and naloxone distribution.
    • Analyze the effectiveness and limitations of current harm reduction strategies in the context of the toxic drug crisis.
  3. Critically analyze the current policies and systems that perpetuate the marginalization of unhoused PWUD.
    • Examine the criminalization of drug use and its impact on unhoused PWUD.
    • Investigate the role of stigma, discrimination, and structural inequalities in shaping the experiences of unhoused PWUD.
    • Assess the gaps and barriers in current policies and services that hinder access to support and care for unhoused PWUD.
  4. Engage with the lived experiences and perspectives of unhoused PWUD.
    • Develop skills in conducting ethical and trauma-informed research with vulnerable populations.
    • Learn to center the voices and narratives of unhoused PWUD in understanding the toxic drug crisis.
    • Collaborate with community organizations and advocates to gain insights into the realities faced by unhoused PWUD.
Format Structure

Single Project Multiple Teams
Format Title Volunteer Service Learning
Format Description
Activate and organize talent by helping them meaningfully engage and serve non-profit or public sector organizations.
Benefits For Industry Partners
Project Modality Fully Remote
Industry Partner Requirements to Participate
Project Topics Corporate Social Responsibility Data Management Research & Development
Target Industries Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Health Care Non-Profit
Skills & Expertise Communications Instructional Design Qualitative Research Quantitative Research
Location Information & Preferences

Toronto

Local (within 30 miles)

Sponsorship

No Sponsorship Required
Compensation

Following compensation will be offered to the students:

Other Requirements
Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers 3-5 Hours per week
Key Program Dates Due Date
Request for Proposal published

Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.

Mar 31 2024, 07:36.41 AM
Interview

Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.

Apr 03 2024, 07:36.41 AM
Proposal Application Deadline

Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.

Apr 21 2024, 07:36.41 AM
Finalize Project Charter

Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.

Apr 24 2024, 07:36.41 AM
Official Program Launch

We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.

Apr 30 2024, 12:00.00 AM
Official Program End

We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.

Jul 31 2024, 12:00.00 AM

Case Assessment

Case Title Topics
How Can a Company Reinforce Employee Loyalty in an Acquisition? Corporate Social Responsibility Substance Use, Addiction, and Recovery

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 04/30/2024 Event

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