Sharing this talk by our brilliant colleague. An important message about kids in the criminal justice system. Why we should give “bad” kids a second chance | Hayley Passmore | TEDxYo... youtu.be/du7rfyC2t2w?si… via YouTube Justice With Children Global Initiative Catherine Wiseman-Hakes P.O.A.O.

Sharing a recent publication by Catherine Wiseman-Hakes Albin, M., & Wiseman-Hakes, C. (2023).Cognitive-Communication Disorders and Neurodisability in the Criminal Justice System: Emerging Roles, Responsibilities, and Opportunities for Speech-Language Pathologists.doi.org/23814764000300…

On this National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, we recognize the historical & ongoing impacts of residential school systems on Indigenous Peoples. We acknowledge the truth of the devastating experiences endured by Indigenous families & the profound intergenerational trauma.

October 1-7 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We recognize the devastating impact of traumatic brain injury on mental health and advocate for proper support, including respect, acknowledgement, and access to psychotherapy and other non-pharmacological interventions. #TBI

This is why we need to engage the Accessibility Coordinators for each provincial courthouse! HSJCC @JusticequityMAP #Communicationaccessibility Communication is a human right. Rick Hansen Foundation

Sharing information about this important webinar.

Sharing this excellent international resource for and about children and youth with brain injury in contact with the law. UNChildRights @CoEChildren

#GivingTuesdayCA Help us to support people with brain injuries from marginalized & underserved communities to get the rehabilitation they need & deserve. #TBI canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/59408?…

Did you know? Many TBI survivors live at the intersection of their injury, limited access to the social determinants of health, and marginalization. This model developed by our director Catherine Wiseman-Hakes & colleagues illustrates the barriers they experience. #TBI #Intersectionality

Thought for the day on #GivingTuesday Radical Generosity: 1. Generosity expressed as mutuality, reciprocity, solidarity; a value based in our shared humanity 2. The belief that all people deserve not just to barely survive, but to thrive. Like and share if you agree!

Catch our director Catherine Wiseman-Hakes speaking on TBI, Gender-based violence, and considerations for trauma-responsive rehabilitation for cognitive-communication challenges. #TBI #GenderBasedViolence

Fellow Medical Students: Check out a new post on OMA Connect highlighting how to care for persons with lived experience of #BrainInjury. Click on the links/scan the QR codes to explore current best-practice guidelines, Care Pathways, and resources! omaconnect.oma.org

On this National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women (& girls & those who are gender diverse), sadly, the violence continues. 100% of our female applicants to the CJF are survivors of Gender Based Violence & have a brain injury. We all need to speak up and act.

At #iccdc24 seeing outstanding work by Catherine Wiseman-Hakes on youth justice, communication disorders, and #TBI. See the website: tbi-youth-justice.org McMaster School of Rehabilitation Science

Compassionate Justice Fund Director Catherine Wiseman-Hakes speaking at #iccd24 sharing important research on the intersection of #TBI, #communication and the criminal legal system.

Sharing an important paper led by our director Catherine Wiseman-Hakes pubs.asha.org/doi/10.1044/20…

Congratulations! CJF director Catherine Wiseman-Hakes was honoured with the John Sibley Award for Excellence in Education of Health Professionals: McMaster Health Sciences & for her global contributions to TBI among underserved communities. Mac RS Grad Program KITE Research Institute Neurotrauma Care Pathways Project GLEPHA

Are you a police officer or MCIT nurse or team member who is a first responder? We welcome you~ First Contact: Supporting Police Response to Intimate Partner Violence and traumatic brain injury. #IPV #TBI #traumainformed

This video is a must-watch for health & justice sectors. Redefining vulnerability & building safe & healthy communities begins with building the social determinants of health & well-being. youtu.be/0zkj78P5Qc4?si… GLEPHA Neurotrauma Care Pathways Project Justice and Care The Compassionate Justice Fund

Our applications are open until November 9th. compassionatejusticefund.org/apply-for-the-… End Violence Everywhere Neurotrauma Care Pathways Project Brain Injury Canada Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST)