Case Studies from Student-led Research
Join the University of Toronto and Reach Alliance to highlight critical findings into the challenges and possibilities of accessing health and employment in some of the world’s hardest-to-reach communities. Through case studies and personal stories, three emerging leaders will share their insights into barriers faced by underserved populations and the pathways they are uncovering to foster change and make a lasting impact.
Explore research into pressing global issues:
- The “No Bed Syndrome” in Ghanaian Tertiary Hospitals: Investigating the systemic challenges and healthcare access disparities in tertiary hospitals.
- Intersection of Technology and Trauma: Exploring barriers to implementing digital Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) treatment for refugees in Canada.
- Unconventional Paths: Examining employment strategies for South African youth deterred from completing high school.
What You Will Learn:
- Key findings from student-led research into health and employment access.
- Insights into the lived experiences of student researchers working on global challenges.
- How to support and engage in rigorous student-led research
Guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, these changemakers—empowered by the Reach Alliance—are turning their academic investigations into insights that can inform meaningful action. Gain a deeper understanding of the barriers to health and employment access and learn how research can serve as a catalyst for addressing global inequities.
The Speakers
About Reach Alliance
The Reach Alliance is a network of top global universities and leading companies investing in an inclusive economy, a system intentionally designed to prioritize the flourishing of people and the planet.
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