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Celebrating the KBHN Access Awardees

At KBHN, we are thrilled to highlight the recipients of the KBHN Access Awards, a program dedicated to fostering experiential learning opportunities for the next generation of researchers and professionals. These awards support KBHN members in their pursuit of valuable learning experiences, such as internships, exchanges, and conference participation. By providing up to $1,500 [...]

2024-12-13T10:34:32-08:00December 13th, 2024|News|

Bringing mental health support to Black caregivers through Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT)

Caregivers of neurodiverse children often face significant challenges, impacting their mental health. Sheila Phillips, who cares for her son Taijai, found relief through the Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) program at Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities. Despite initial doubts, Sheila embraced ACT’s supportive, non-judgmental approach and later became a facilitator herself.

2024-10-01T12:22:22-08:00October 1st, 2024|News|

An AI-Powered Solution for Sound-Sensitive Kids

A KBHN-funded team is addressing sound sensitivity by developing a wearable, AI-powered device that can mask or filter out whichever specific noises the user finds aversive, while leaving the rest of the soundscape intact. Ultimately, this technology aims to empower people with decreased sound tolerance and their families to live their lives freely and comfortably.

2024-09-10T16:02:14-08:00August 14th, 2024|News|
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