Webinar: Imagining Inclusion Research Project
- Date
- -
- Access
- Open to the Public
- Presenter
- Open Door Group
Watch the achived webinar HERE.
Learning Goals:
- Demonstrate a general understanding of Imagining Inclusion research project including concepts of community-based research project, peer researchers, co-learning, peer participation, and health promotion.
- To learn about two Upstream interventions that can encourage individuals to identify, articulate and represent their social realities. (Photovoice and Speakers Series)
- Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of Upstream interventions in addressing Stigma.
- To learn about the role of a Peer Researcher
Meet our presenters:
Amanda Berg, Peer Researcher:
I’m, Amanda Berg. I was diagnosed with a mental illness over 20 years ago. I have been working as a peer support worker, wellness action plan facilitator and as a Peer Researcher with a photovoice research project at Open Door Group since 2013.
Maya Alonso, Project Co-lead:
My name is Maya and I have been working in Mental Health Promotion for over 10 years. I am passionate about addressing stigma, raising awareness, and promoting health, wellness and community inclusion for and with individuals living with a mental health condition.