Youth Engagement KM in the PM

Wednesday, December 02, 2009

The YorkU KM Unit will be hosting a KM of the PM event on Wednesday, December 2nd. The topic of the morning will focus on Youth engagement, with brief presentations by researchers and community  leaders, followed by ample time for questions, discussion, and  networking. This event has been organized by the Knowledge Mobilization (KM) Unit at York University, which operates in partnership with the Human Services Planning Coalition of York Region and the York Region District School Board.

KM in the AM is a series of issue-based forums linking the university and community/government agencies to enhance research, the graduate student experience and knowledge mobilization. There will be brief presentations by researchers and community leaders followed by ample time for questions, discussion, and networking.

 

Confirmed Panelists:

  • Gordon Flett, Faculty of Health, Associate Dean of Research, Canada Research Chair (Personality and Health)
  • Sandra Cunning, Clinical Director, Research and Evaluation, Kinark Child and Family Services
  • Joanne McQuiggan, Executive Director, Thrive! The Canadian Centre for Positive Youth Development

Invited Panelists:

  • Ontario Ministry of Child and Youth Services, to speak about their recent document - Realizing Potential: Our Children, Our Youth, Our Future: Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth Services Strategic Framework 2008-2012.
  • Mobilizing Minds, Youth-friendly mental health resources and decision aids that will assist young adults and those who support them make informed choices about mental health treatment options.

 

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Time: 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

Location: York Research Tower, 5th Floor, Board of Governors Room

Space is limited. Kindly RSVP kejensen@yorku.ca to confirm your attendance.