Developing, Implementing and Evaluating the BC Settlement Case Management Service Model
We’re excited to share the latest episode of our podcast, where we dive into the evolution of case management services in the settlement sector in British Columbia.
In this episode, Dr. Miu Chung Yan, Adrienne Bale, and Dr. Barbara Lee discuss the Innovative BC Settlement Case Management Service Model Project, an initiative funded by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Led by MOSAIC in collaboration with nine settlement service organizations (SSOs) and a research team from the University of British Columbia, this initiative examined existing case management services and piloted the Collaborative Case Management Service Model over two years. This project aimed to develop an evidence-based, outcome-driven case management model to better support newcomers in their settlement and integration in Canada. This episode provides an opportunity to reflect on the work completed, the lessons learned, and the future of case management in the settlement sector.
Tune in to learn more about this collaborative effort and its impact on shaping a more effective, supportive settlement system.
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Together with Fairness: Research and Advocacy for Kinship Care
In this episode, Dr. Barbara Lee, Shari Monsma (President) and Gail Moilliet (Vice President) of Fairness for Children Raised by Relatives – a 100% volunteer-run non-profit society made up of kinship caregivers who advocate for equitable rights and support for the children in their care – discuss the ongoing process of collaboration, developing research evidence to advocate for equitable kinship care support, and how this work has generated new opportunities and ideas. With openness and gentleness, Shari and Gail mentored and supported Master of Social Work (MSW) students while learning alongside them, fostering intergenerational connections and meaningful conversations. We have continued expanding their advocacy through research, digital storytelling, and public engagement. This episode is a celebration of learning by doing, embracing new opportunities, and finding joy in the process of research and advocacy.
Tune in now to hear about this impactful work on Spotify or Apple.
If you haven’t already, listen to the companion episode – Researching Child, Youth, and Family Services: A University-Ministry Partnership, to learn more about the MSW research and evaluation course that supported their evidence informed advocacy work.
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Researching Child, Youth, and Family Services: A University – Ministry Partnership
In this episode, Dr. Barbara Lee and Michelle O’Kane, course instructor for UBC School of Social Work, are joined by Shea Karst, Research Coordinator at MCFD, and Dr. Peter Rudiak-Gould, Manager of Research at MCFD. Together, they discuss the innovative partnership between the UBC School of Social Work and the Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD) which is centred around a Masters of Social Work research and evaluation course that engages students in meaningful applied social research. The discussion highlights the collaborative efforts involved in course delivery and the impactful, actionable research that students produce through their work, bridging academia and practice to drive meaningful change.
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Partnering with Communities to Transform Inclusion through Collaborative Research
Dr. Tim Stainton, Professor Emeritus at the UBC School of Social Work and co-Director of the Canadian Institute for Inclusion and Citizenship, and Karla Verschoor, Executive Director of Inclusion BC, discuss their collaborative work advancing inclusion for individuals with disabilities in British Columbia. They reflect on the evolution of the Canadian Institute for Inclusion and Citizenship, including its policy advocacy during the Covid-19 pandemic. They highlight several projects, including exploring and addressing inequalities arising from the intersection of gender and disability, and how participatory theater productions help share lived experiences with a broader audience. The conversation also touches on the importance of people with disabilities as self-advocates and researchers to drive meaningful change.
