Category: News
Data in Action
Responding to EDI Data: A Play-Based Approach to Social-Emotional Learning in the Fraser Valley
The CALM Curriculum© (Connecting Neuroscience and Positive Psychology for Learning and Managing Emotions) is a play-based, research-informed initiative developed by the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre to help children improve self-regulation skills, build resilience, navigate social interactions and scaffold skills that support early childhood mental health.
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Dr. Paul Kershaw: Championing Generational Fairness
Dr. Paul Kershaw, a longtime faculty and affiliate at HELP, has built a distinguished career in research and knowledge mobilization focusing on policies that support children and families.
Indigenous
Reflections from the Indigenous Data Sovereignty Symposium
Earlier this summer, faculty, staff, students, and community members gathered in the xʷc̓ic̓əsəm Garden at the UBC Farm for an Indigenous Data Sovereignty Symposium. We invite you to hear reflections from the day, directly from HELPers Dakota Anderberg and Sophie Carriere.
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Jeremy Y’in Neduklhchulh Williams, ASC Member at HELP, Appointed New Role at BC Ministry of Children and Family Development
HELP is thrilled to celebrate the appointment of Jeremy Y’in Neduklhchulh Williams, Chair of the Aboriginal Steering Committee (ASC), to the new role of Assistant Deputy Minister and Indigenous Child Welfare Director (ICWD) at the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
Data in Action
Building a Community Wellness Framework: South Island Indigenous Authority
Our latest Data in Action story spotlights South Island Indigenous Authority (SIIA), a community partner of HELP, and how their team has been able to use data from the Child Development Monitoring System as part of their wellness framework development. This collaboration demonstrates the potential for Monitoring System data to help identify and support child and youth well-being, honouring the unique identities, strengths and needs of communities.
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HELP Releases First MDI Provincial Summary
HELP is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) Provincial Summary. This is the first MDI online report summarizing data collected from participating BC school districts and independent schools across Grades 4 through 8 at the provincial level — providing key highlights from the 2023-24 school year and over time.
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Why your kids should take risks while playing outdoors this summer | Q&A with HELP Director Mariana Brussoni
Whether it’s climbing trees or plunging into lakes by rope swing, outdoor play is a lot more than just fun. According to UBC’s Dr. Mariana Brussoni, outdoor play — particularly risky outdoor play — is essential to your child’s health and overall development.
Indigenous
ASC Profile: How Jeremy Y’in Neduklhchulh Williams is Transforming Systems and Advancing Reconciliation
An integral part of the Aboriginal Steering Committee (ASC) at HELP, Jeremy Y’in Neduklhchulh Williams is a proud member of the Ned’uten Dakelh/Lake Babine Nation, originating from the Raven clan and sitting as a guest of the Fireweed clan in Wet’suwet’en and Gitxsan territory. Our first-ever ASC Profile looks at how Jeremy has pursued his passion for supporting children and youth for a number of years in the public sector, supporting First Nations leadership and systemic change.
Updates
HELP Unveils New & Improved MDI Data Dashboard
This interactive online tool now includes data collected in the 2023-24 school year, enabling users to explore trends from 2019-24 for children in Grades 4-8. The updated Dashboard includes new data on topics such as sleep, screen time and social media use, as well as active transportation.
Indigenous
Building Capacity for Indigenous Partnerships with the Spring Roots Circle
On May 28, 2024, faculty, staff, and students from UBC, as well as Indigenous community members and other learners, were gathered for the first Roots Circle: a day of speakers, activities, and networking to learn, share, and build community around Indigenous-led research.