We are conducting the first national study on 2SLGBTQ+ poverty in Canada and are looking for community input! This six-year study, funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) is being led by activist-scholar Nick Mulé, PhD of York University.
We are seeking Community Advisory Board members from each province and territory to provide advice over the next 6 years. We would like to hear the voices of those who identify as being from the 2SLGBTQ+ communities from each of the provinces and territories.
This is a community based participatory research project.
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We are seeking members to
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Provide a community perspective as someone who has or is currently experiencing poverty inclusive of personal lived experience and community knowledge.
2
Advise on the work in progress of the Project.
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Participate in meetings and tasks according to the needs of the Project.
We will ensure to accommodate members with disabilities and with neurodivergent needs.
CAB Job/Role Description/Expectations
- Attend CAB meetings via Zoom on a monthly basis or as required.
- Attend regularly and irregularly scheduled meetings (to the maximum of 10 hours) via Zoom.
- Attend two in person team meetings in Toronto, Ontario (one at the halfway point of the study’s life, and one at the end.) All expenses to attend in-person meetings will be covered.
- Participate in regional or provincial workshops/conferences and share information and learnings on this Project.
All meetings and work will primarily be conducted in English.
Compensation
A $500 honorarium/year (This honorarium will be made available in the form of cheques, eTransfers, gift cards, vouchers, etc depending on the CAB member’s choice and is meant to not impact any government subsidies you already receive).
We are seeking
- Members 18 years and over who identify as being from the 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
- Diversity inclusive of age, class, ethnicity, race, etc.
- Are experiencing or have experienced poverty.
- A representative from the following provinces and territories across Canada: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.
- Have some community work experience (either paid or voluntary).
We are currently looking for new CAB members to join us.
How to Apply?
Your application should include
- A letter that addresses how you meet the requirements above.
- A resume/bio listing your relevant experience or a video application
Submit cover letter and resume to: lgbtq2s-p@yorku.ca addressed to Dr. Nick Mulé, Project Director.
Email subject line: 2SLGBTQ+ Poverty in Canada - CAB Application
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The 2SLGBTQ+ Poverty in Canada: Improving Livelihood and Social Wellbeing Project is always looking for new team members.