Strategic Planning for Priority Populations at Réseau ACCESS Network

This project aims to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for Réseau ACCESS Network, a healthcare and community service organization. The goal is to address the needs of priority populations such as People With Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE), People Who Use Drugs (PWUD), Women, Indigenous, African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB), and 2S-LGBTQIA+ communities. The strategic plan will incorporate innovative strategies like community-driven health initiatives, culturally competent care, enhanced harm reduction services, and technology-driven approaches. Additionally, the project will consider the challenges posed by short-term and Ministry of Health (MOH)-based funding and the complexities of working within multiple networks and advocating across sectors. The project will involve research, analysis, activities, and presentations.

Strategic Plan Development for Réseau ACCESS Network

Réseau ACCESS Network, a 35-year-old organization, is nearing the end of its current strategic plan in 2025. The organization focuses on key areas such as HIV/HCV, Harm Reduction, 2S-LGBTQIA+, PWLLE/PWUD Healthcare, wrap-around services, and holistic supports. The goal of this project is to develop a new strategic plan along with an operational implementation plan that will guide the organization for the next five years. The plan should address the needs of priority populations including PWLLE, PWUD, Women, Indigenous, and ACB communities. This project will provide learners with an opportunity to apply their knowledge in strategic planning, healthcare, and community services to create a comprehensive and actionable plan.

Transgender Healthcare Awareness Campaign

The Réseau ACCESS Network aims to address the critical issue of inadequate healthcare services for transgender community members. The project seeks to increase public knowledge and understanding of the healthcare disparities faced by the transgender community. By leveraging social media platforms, the campaign will highlight the urgent need for equitable health coverage and garner support for funding initiatives. The goal is to create a compelling and informative social media campaign that educates the public, engages stakeholders, and drives actionable support for improved healthcare services for transgender individuals. Key objectives include: raising awareness about the lack of healthcare services for transgender individuals. - educating the public on the importance of equitable health coverage. mobilizing community support for funding initiatives. Most gender-affirming services (GAS) clinics are open due to fundraising dollars.

Harm Reduction Awareness Marketing Campaign

The Réseau ACCESS Network aims to create a comprehensive marketing campaign to highlight the benefits of Harm Reduction programs and services. The goal is to educate the public and stakeholders about the importance and effectiveness of these programs in reducing harm related to substance use. The campaign will leverage evidence-based research and data, as well as insights and testimonials from People With Lived and Living Experience/Expertise (PWLLE), and people who have lost loved ones to the toxic drug supply. The project will involve creating engaging video content and a series of social media posts to disseminate this information widely. This initiative seeks to foster a better understanding and acceptance of Harm Reduction strategies within the community. Key points: - Educate the public on Harm Reduction benefits. - Use evidence-based research and data. - Incorporate insights from PWLLE. - Create social media content (potentially short videos). - Promote community understanding and acceptance. - Reduce stigma and look at how many stigma campaigns have led to increased stigma.

Regional Wellness Program Development

The Réseau ACCESS Network is seeking to enhance its social service and wellness activities through a comprehensive program development initiative. The primary goal of this project is to conduct a gap analysis of existing programs across the region to identify areas that require improvement or new initiatives. Students will analyze current offerings, assess community needs, and develop structured program plans that address identified gaps. This project will enable students to apply their classroom knowledge in social services, program planning, and community health. The outcome will be a set of actionable plans that include clearly defined deliverables and the necessary resources to implement these programs effectively. Key tasks include: - Review the current gap analysis of current social service and wellness programs. - Identifying unmet needs and areas for improvement. - Developing structured program plan(s) with clear objectives and deliverables. - Outlining the resources required for successful implementation. - Creating a program guide for agencies to launch program(s).

Annual Social Media Awareness Campaign for Réseau ACCESS Network

Réseau ACCESS Network is a charity organization dedicated to providing support and services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. The organization aims to increase awareness and engagement through a well-structured social media campaign. The project involves preparing an annual social media campaign that aligns with key awareness days and events throughout the year. The goal is to create a cohesive and impactful campaign that educates the public, promotes the organization's services, and encourages community involvement. Learners will utilize their knowledge of digital marketing, social media strategies, and content creation to develop a comprehensive plan that can be implemented by Réseau ACCESS Network. Key tasks include: - Work with the agency's annual calendar of events and relevant awareness days. - Developing a content calendar spreadsheet. - Creating engaging social media content and resources (research content, posts, graphics, videos). - Planning and creating post schedules across various social media platforms. - Analyze potential engagement metrics and set goals. GoogleAds campaigns FaceBook Instagram X (Twitter) YouTube - for major Awareness Days (HIV | HCV | Overdose Awareness)

Pathway to HCV Care: A Comprehensive Toolkit for Service Providers

Réseau ACCESS Network aims to document and enhance the pathways to Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) care for individuals in jail and at the Supervised Consumption Site. The project involves capturing the experiences and workflows of nurses, case managers, and outreach teams. The goal is to create an engaging and informative toolkit that includes stories, pathway mapping, and patient quotes, making it a valuable resource for direct service providers. The toolkit will be built upon three years of data and program progression, incorporating best practices and examples from existing toolkits. The project will utilize Design Pickle and Canva Pro for graphic design needs. Key objectives include: - Documenting the pathways to HCV care. - Capturing and presenting stories and quotes from service providers and patients. - Creating a visually appealing and informative toolkit. - Ensuring the toolkit is useful for direct service providers.

Migrate Software Platform to a New Cloud Provider

We want to move from one online file storage provider to One Drive and create SharePoint for internal file systems. MISSION STATEMENT Réseau ACCESS Network is a non-profit, community-based charitable organization committed to promoting wellness, harm and risk reduction and education. Réseau ACCESS Network supports individuals – and serves the whole community – in a comprehensive/holistic approach to HIV/AIDS, Hep C, Harm Reduction, 2S-LGBTQIA+ and related health issues.