Calling for research participants!
Provision of health-related climate information services to increase resilience of vulnerable communities in Vancouver, Canada
This project works with local communities to create climate-disaster toolkits for different areas in Metro Vancouver. The toolkits will give clear and useful health information to people who may be at higher risk during climate emergencies. The project focuses on helping people with disabilities and older adults, who are often more affected by climate change but do not always get the local information they need to stay safe.
If you are a part of one of the following groups:
- Have a disability
- Be aged 65 or over
- Be a family / informal caregiver of a disabled person or older adult
- Be a staff member of community organization that works with disabled people or older adults
Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) would like to invite you to take part in a 60 to 90 minute one-on-one interview by phone or Zoom, to learn more about your experience with climate emergencies and what would help you and your community be better prepared.
In appreciation for your time, you will receive a $25 stipend.
Additional eligibility critieria:
- Age 19 or older
- Live in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia
- Be able to communicate in English
- Be able to give informed consent
If you have any questions or are interested in participating in this study, please contact the Mortenson Lab via email at [email protected]
Principal investigator: Ben Mortenson