SFU Community-Engaged Research Initiative (CERi)

Reminder for SFU graduate students! Applications for Research Assistant positions at the 312 Main Research Shop are now open for Spring 2025. Join us for two impactful projects in collaboration with community partners - DTES Climate Readiness Roadmap and Project Write to Read BC Project. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to meaningful work! Deadline: January 2, 2025 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gUPixNkQ

This an incredible program if you are working and want to sharpen your knowledge and skills in Climate Action (full disclosure: I teach the climate communications elective course). The new Climate Action Certificate from Simon Fraser University Continuing Studies gives professionals the practical tools to move from ideas to action. You'll learn to mobilize your community or organization to take effective action against the climate crisis. Courses start Jan 15. Save your spot: http://ow.ly/Ybsq50OCcag

Join us on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at 312 Main for the Making Ends Meet Poverty Simulation. This eye-opening experience highlights the challenges faced by individuals living in poverty in the Vancouver Lower Mainland. Participants will navigate a “month” in poverty, tackling tasks like paying bills and feeding their families. Afterward, facilitated discussions will encourage reflection on the causes, consequences, and solutions to poverty. Don’t miss this opportunity to build empathy, deepen understanding, and inspire action for a more equitable community. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gxgqhFGq

Attention SFU graduate students! The 312 Main Research Shop is back, and we are seeking Research Assistants to join us for two exciting projects in Spring 2025, in collaboration with community partners. The projects are the DTES Climate Readiness Roadmap Project and the Write to Read BC Project. Make sure to visit our website for more details and application instructions. Deadline: January 2, 2025 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUPixNkQ

In the latest feature by University Affairs | Affaires universitaires, Activist-in-Residence Wendy Pedersen discusses how her time at SFU CERi bridged the gap between community activism and academic resources, fostering impactful connections. Her experience highlights the power of collaboration in driving social change. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzUNUTyq

REMINDER: Applications are now open for MobilizeU at SFU 2025: Knowledge Mobilization Course! Interested in turning research into real-world impact? This 8-week online course is perfect for faculty, students, staff, research team members, and community partners who are new to knowledge mobilization. Course Dates: January 13 – March 14, 2025 Live Zoom Sessions: Fridays, 1:30–3:00 pm PT Certificate upon completion! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from KM experts and build valuable skills. Apply by December 11, 2024: https://lnkd.in/gguGwBsN

Today’s the final day to grab your ticket for the Black Central launch this Thursday, November 21, at 312 Main Discover this digital platform connecting Black individuals and families to culturally relevant services in healthcare, education, housing, legal support, and more. Join us to share feedback, co-design features, and shape Black Central’s future. Let’s dismantle barriers and build a thriving, supportive community together. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVAYN79M

Reminder: Just 3 more days until the official launch of Black Central on Thursday, November 21, at 312 Main This is a unique opportunity to explore this digital platform connecting Black individuals and families to culturally relevant services in healthcare, education, housing, legal support, and more. Black Central also promotes collaboration among service providers for a stronger collective impact. Let’s work together, share your feedback and co-design features to help shape Black Central’s future and be part of an inspiring evening dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and building a thriving, supportive community. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVAYN79M

MobilizeU at SFU 2025: Knowledge Mobilization Course Are you interested in learning how to turn research into real-world impact? MobilizeU at SFU is an 8-week online course designed for beginner knowledge mobilizers—including faculty, students, staff, research team members, and community partners. Course Dates: January 13 – March 14, 2025 Live Zoom Sessions: Fridays, 1:30–3:00 pm PT Certificate upon completion! Each week, explore a new KM topic with both on-demand content and interactive live sessions with KM experts at SFU. Apply now to start your journey in knowledge mobilization! Deadline: December 11, 2024 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gguGwBsN

Research can be a powerful tool to support and uplift our communities. In this blog, Anthony Kupferschmidt, our 2023 Community-Engaged Partnership Award recipient, reflects on his path and his vision for research that values and includes older adults. Read the full article to learn more about his mission to build partnerships that genuinely benefit the community.