Review Career and Resource Modules

PROJECT To review "Student Module: Can a Good Question Change Lives?" and provide feedback. This will involve interviewing local business owners and professionals. Why should I do this? Sharpen your research skills on a project that really matters! You will gain insights career goals setting and the not-for profit sector Gain experience working directly professionals from multiple walks of life You will contribute to making our education better! Letter of Reference Tell me about the project scope Key Deliverables Reflection paper AND Sample of completed exercises Interview based on experience What resources are available to do this project? Online resources Access to local businesses Would I be a good fit? Potential programs of study: ALL PROGRAMS OF STUDY Relevant experience or skills: Basic research skills already developed Self-motivated Able to work independently/self motivated

Communicating 10 Myths About Homelessness for Together We Stand

Together We Stand is a citizen-led grassroots organization in Prince George that represents over 1000 people who are housed, unhoused and precariously houses in Prince George. We work together to end stigma towards homeless citizens. Research Questions What factors have contributed towards homelessness in Prince George and what might we, as a City and as citizens do to end homelessness and the stigma directed towards homeless citizens? Why should I do this? Sharpen your research skills on a project that really matters! You will gain insights into grass roots organizing and the not-for profit sector Gain experience working directly with citizens and professionals from multiple walks of life You will contribute to making our city better! Letter of Reference Tell me about the project scope Key Deliverables Research paper AND Share a one-page info graphic of your research insights on the TWS facebook page [AND /OR] Conduct a 30 minute virtual presentation and conversation with TWS about your research insights [AND /OR] Conduct a social-media campaign to promote the Dec 1 class presentation. (Including residents of Moccasin Flats) What resources are available to do this project? Bibliography and lit review Online facebook reources Access to group members Would I be a good fit? Potential programs of study: Anthropology, Indigenous Studies Relevant experience or skills: Basic research skills already developed Able to work independently/self motivated

Applied Research for Mackenzie Legion

Mackenzie Legion is located in the remote community of Mackenzie, BC. It is located 200 km north of Prince George. Mackenzie is unique in that it hosts the World’s Largest Tree Crusher. Mackenzie Legion was started in 1972. Our focus is to help support our community in any way we can. We help our veterans, seniors and youth groups. Research Questions Our community is in need of senior housing. Our question is: “what type of facility would best suit the needs of Mackenzie?” We have an increasing number of seniors in our community, with that comes the issue of how they can remain in the community that they are living in. Due to lack of senior housing, many have to move to larger centers where seniors housing is available. Many have to leave their families in a time when they most need them. Why should I do this? Through this applied research project, you will benefit from: A letter of reference for your future endeavors. 1 year membership to the Royal Canadian Legion. Optional participation in Remembrance Day ceremonies - learn what we are all about. Optional participation in the Poster and Essay Contest as judges (Mackenzie-based students). Build relationships with seniors. We are applying for Riipen “Level Up” Grant. If we are selected students will receive an honorarium. Tell me about the project scope This project has 5 steps: 1. Talk to the Mackenzie Senior Coordinator to learn what has already been done. 2. Conduct secondary research to identify 3 – 5 interesting models / approaches that community organizations in similar rural towns have used to support seniors to stay in their town. 3. Informally share the preliminary results with 2- 3 seniors and listen to their ideas and concerns. We will help you find and meet with seniors. 4. Prepare and deliver a 20 – 30 minute presentation for the Legion executives. We may also invite a seniors group to provide feedback. 5. Prepare a written report for the Legion which explains models / approaches that could be useful for Mackenzie. This will be used to “get the ball rolling” if we decide to move forward with this project. Optional: If you feel confident we would invite you to present your results to the town council. What resources are available to do this project? We feel that there has already been some leg work done toward this project, so a starting point would be to talk to the District to find out who the senior coordinator is. Mackenzie Senior Programs – we will introduce you. BC Housing. If student is interested in learning more about the legion as a whole we can provide websites that they can access. Would I be a good fit? All students, are encouraged to apply. This applied research project would be a great fit for: UNBC Students– Social Work, Anthropology, Environment and Sustainability, First Nations, Geography, Northern Studies, Women’s Studies, Public Administration, Community and Population Health, Psychology, Planning CNC Students– Social Work, Kinesiology, University Studies, Human Services Relevant experience or skills: The student who decides to take on this project will benefit from having good communications skills, and be self-motivated. It would benefit them if they have an interest in small northern communities and if they enjoy working with seniors. We encourage indigenous students, and students with disabilities to apply. We look forward to our partnership with students!

Applied Research for Together We Stand

Together We Stand is a citizen-led grassroots organization in Prince George that represents over 1000 people who are housed, unhoused and precariously houses in Prince George. We work together to end stigma towards homeless citizens. Research Questions What factors have contributed towards homelessness in Prince George and what might we, as a City and as citizens do to end homelessness and the stigma directed towards homeless citizens? For example, depending on your program of study you might explore: If you are a political science student - How does the increased cost of housing and housing speculation contribute to homelessness? If you are a nutrition or health sciences student - How does poor nutrition contribute to homelessness? If you are a First Nations studies student - How does colonization and land treaties contribute to homelessness? If you are a Media Studies student - How does racism contribute to homelessness? If you are an Engineering student - How does hostile architecture contribute to homelessness? If you are Planning student - How do municipal plans and budgets contribute to homelessness? THIS IS AN INTERSECTIONAL RESEARCH PROJECT SO WE CAN CO-CREATE THE RESEARCH QUESTION BASED ON YOUR FIELD OF STUDY. Why should I do this? Sharpen your research skills on a project that really matters! You will gain insights into grass roots organizing and the not-for profit sector Gain experience working directly with citizens and professionals from multiple walks of life You will contribute to making our cities better! Letter of Reference Tell me about the project scope Key Deliverables Short research paper (<10 pages) AND Share a one-page info graphic of your research insights on the TWS facebook page [AND /OR] Conduct a 30 minute virtual presentation and conversation with TWS about your research insights [AND /OR] Design a social-media campaign to communicate your findings What resources are available to do this project? Bibliography and lit review Online facebook reources Access to group members Would I be a good fit? Potential programs of study: Anthropology, Indigenous Studies Relevant experience or skills: Basic research skills already developed Able to work independently/self motivated Key words: Social justice, Equity, Anti-oppression, Indigenous, De-colonization, Citizenship, Democracy, Equality, Communities, Cities, Municipalities