Applied Forensic Psychology StFX

A 4-year direct entry undergraduate program in Clinical Forensic Psychology at St. Francis Xavier University.

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

Practicum coordinator for Canada’s one-of-a-kind Applied Forensic Psychology program, Ryanne helps students step into the spotlight with hands-on training and real-world experience. 🎭✨ https://t.co/cyXKVQr0mC #stfx

[Adsum for Women & Children @adsumforwomen]

Because everyone has the right to housing they can afford, today we closed on the purchase of a vacant building on the peninsula. In the months ahead, we’ll be renovating, to create affordable homes for families experiencing homelessness.
#HousingIsAHumanRight
#AffordableHousing

[Dr. Margo C. Watt @margocwatt]

Sex Differences in Indicators of Mental and Cardiovascular Health in Cannabis-Using Undergraduates - Thompson Kara, Margo C. Watt, DeWolf Darien, MacDonald-Spracklin Rachael, 2024 https://t.co/Q81WEtcPPt

[Applied Forensic Psychology StFX @ForensicStfx]

https://t.co/k92T4PpQVa

[Dr. Margo C. Watt @margocwatt]

Interesting research being conducted by new @stfxuniversity HK faculty member @XHayley07 https://t.co/TXop1XJphl

[Applied Forensic Psychology StFX @ForensicStfx]

Shoutout to Maria Young, a member of our second year cohort in Applied Forensic Psychology!

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

🌎 Celebrating Maria Young from Unama'ki (Cape Breton) this Mi'kmaw History Month! She’s a forensic psych student making strides in research and Indigenous advocacy. https://t.co/zyx1pWoQ3D #StFX

[Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia @EfryMainland_NS]

The National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People honours, remembers, and demands justice for Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people throughout the country who have gone missing, been murdered, or died at the hands of a neglectful, unjust system.

In Canada, Indigenous women are four times more likely than non-Indigenous women to experience all forms of violence.

Although Indigenous people only make up 4.3% of Canada’s population, Indigenous women make up 16% of all homicide victims and 11% of all missing women in Canada.

Spanning 2001 to 2014, the average rate of homicides against Indigenous women was four times the number of homicides against non-Indigenous women.

On June 4th, 2020, 26-year-old Chantel Moore, from Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, died after being shot by a police officer. The officer had been dispatched to her home in Edmunston, New Brunswick, to check on her well-being.

On March 26th, 2023, 36-year-old Sarah Rose Denny, a young Mi’kmaw mother of two from Eskasoni First Nation died from untreated double pneumonia while incarcerated at Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility. Sarah actively tried to seek help, but was never assessed and did not receive treatment. By the time she was taken to hospital, it was too late.

On August 6th, 2023, Destiny Rennie, a 22-year-old Mi’kmaw woman from Sipekne’katik First Nation, died in hospital three days after experiencing brain death resulting from fungal meningitis. Destiny’s mother believes that her race played a role in mistreatment of her symptoms by doctors and hospital staff who assumed she was an “illicit drug user”.

Today, and every day, our hearts are with all those who have been lost to disproportionate levels of violence, neglect, and injustice against Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people; violence, neglect, and injustice that exist and persist because of past and present colonialism, racism, sexism, and lack of intervention on a systemic scale.

To our governments, we demand accountability for, inquiry into, and action to prevent these deaths.

[Applied Forensic Psychology StFX @ForensicStfx]

Proud shoutout to AFP class of ‘24 alumna Olivia Rehill who is doing important work with @EfryMainland_NS as a Youth Justice Coordinator. #thefutureisbright @stfxuniversity @StFXPsych

[Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia @EfryMainland_NS]

Our Youth Justice Coordinators, based in Truro/Shubenacadie, Yarmouth/Barrington, and Antigonish, offer a holistic approach to supporting youth currently involved, or at risk of becoming involved with the criminal justice system in Nova Scotia.

Supports for youth accused of a crime include court navigation, court accompaniment, advocacy, and referrals to community organizations; and available programs are Stoplifting, Anger Management, Healthy Relationships (and other social/emotional programs), and substance use/harm reduction.

Supports for youth who are victims of a crime include court navigation, court accompaniment, advocacy, referrals to community organizations, peer support, domestic violence support, and mental health support.

Youth Justice Coordinator- Truro and Shubenacadie: Dawn Bergeron (she/her); [email protected]

Youth Justice Coordinator- Yarmouth and Barrington: Kelly Hazelton (she/her); [email protected]

Youth Justice Coordinator- Antigonish: Olivia Sehill (she/her); [email protected]

Do you need specific programming or support that you don't see listed? Talk to the Youth Justice Coordinator in your area. We're here to help you and your family through this process.

[Homeless Hub @homelesshub]

While you might not initially think of a lawyer or other legal professionals when discussing preventing #YouthHomelessness, their role in preventing & helping youth exit homelessness is often critical.

Learn more: https://t.co/EmhTw8f28V

[Coady Institute @CoadyStFX]

It's Gender Equality Week here in Canada. This year's theme is Unlocking Potential: Economic Power through Gender Equality. #GenderEqualityWeek

Continuing this week, we are sharing stories of change from participants of the #ENGAGE initiative through Bangladesh partner, #CCDB.

[Coady Institute @CoadyStFX]

Happy #PeaceDay. Only by working together can we build relationships rooted in mutual interest, respect, and dignity.

#CoadyStaff Digafie Debalke and Darlene O'Leary (Martha Justice Ministry) share their thoughts on how we can Cultivate a Culture of Peace in this article:

https://t.co/HctHbNrcGy

[Maple League @TheMapleLeague]

Applications are now open for the Maple League Micro-Certificate in Teaching and Learning, a nine-month program for faculty and staff at all stages of their careers.

Apply by Fri. Sep. 20: https://t.co/wrc6yXcEmP

@AcadiaU @UBishops @MountAllison @stfxuniversity

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

#StFX students are hitting the streets on Sept 7th for Charity Day to raise funds for affordable housing in Antigonish! 🏠💙 Let’s show them some love! 🙌 https://t.co/vXebj9gORm @AntigonishCo @AntigonishTown

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

This week's Fall Services Fair featured a range of supports, from academic advising to wellness resources. Missed it? Catch it again on the 10th, 11th, & 12th! More info on StFX services at https://t.co/DE1JyV9EYn

[Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia @EfryMainland_NS]

Please join us on Saturday, November 2nd, from 7 pm to 11 pm at the beautiful Cedar Event Centre in Clayton Park, for our third annual Fall fundraiser, "An Evening for E Fry"!

This will be an elegant evening featuring impactful speeches, a silent auction, music, bar service, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and more, all while supporting the most vulnerable and marginalized women, girls, and gender-diverse people in our province.

Tickets are $125 and can be purchased at: https://t.co/XRmgNrRW7K

Tickets sell quickly, so get yours as soon as you can! This is a night that you won't want to miss.

[Coady Institute @CoadyStFX]

We had the pleasure of hosting Canadian Senators (@SenateCA) the Honourable Ratna Omidvar and the Honourable Mary Coyle this afternoon.

@SenCoyle, former vice president of @stfxuniversity and director of @CoadyStFX, is a long-time champion for women’s leadership, gender equality, and the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

@ratnaomi is an internationally recognized voice on migration, diversity, and inclusion. She came to Canada from Iran in 1981 and her own experiences of displacement, integration, and citizen engagement have been the foundation of her work.

We were pleased to share Coady's history, ongoing work, and future plans with them both.

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

O-Crew has a message for you: WELCOME TO X!

#stfx #welcomeday #orientation #letsgo #studentlife #campuslife #welcomeweek

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

🌟 Today, students registered in Community Connections are checking in at the Diversity Engagement Centre to meet our amazing advisors & peer mentors. This initiative helps students from diverse communities connect with support and mentors on campus. #stfx #inclusivity

[StFX University @stfxuniversity]

Welcome to the new academic year. Time to eat! #stfx

[Dr. Margo C. Watt @margocwatt]

Congrats to @ForensicStfx @StFXPsych @stfxuniversity alumna @JulesKhoury on new and important publication https://t.co/B73CxjXvn7