Renata Roma

Project Summary: The first main project involves identifying policing services in First Nations communities, as well as in-kind supports and/or services that support policing services in First Nations communities across Saskatchewan. The goal is to write a report that will consist of a catalogue of in-kind supports for First Nations Policing in Saskatchewan. This catalogue will support future decisions regarding implementing policing services for First Nation communities. The second main project is related to an evaluation of  Praire Harm Reduction (PHR), a community-based center that offers services for people who uses substances. The project will have two stages. In the first stage, I will carry out an evaluation of services delivered by PHR, while the second stage will be focused on understanding the role of pets in supporting the wellness of people who use substances. This exploration is key to understanding which factors contribute to the wellness of people with substance use concerns. Also, the project can support PHR decisions when designing services for the community.

Internal Mentor: Dr. Mansfield Mela and Dr. Colleen Dell

External Mentors: Correctional Service Canada; and Research and Implementation Branch of the Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety