Introduction to the PART Committee
The Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) Policy Advisory Research Training (PART) Committee is a trainee-led organization of individuals who work or study in the field of children-focused neurodevelopmental disabilities in Canada.
In collaboration with KBHN, the PART Committee contributes to:
- Supporting transformative research,
- Providing training opportunities,
- Empowering communities, and
- Translating research findings into early diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic strategies.
The KBHN PART Committee provides direct support to internal and external trainees by organizing engaging and relevant training and education activities, including a monthly webinar series.
Joining the PART Committee
All members of the KBHN National Training Program may apply to join the PART Committee. If you’re interested in applying, here is a brief introduction to what you can expect as a team member.
PART Committee Responsibilities
As a PART Committee member, you will have three core duties and responsibilities:
- Working closely with the Training Manager to develop and implement the Network’s integrated training plan
- Serving as a review panelist or authorizing a subcommittee review panel for trainee competitions in Network trainee-related activities
- Forging appropriate partnerships that will equip Network trainees with unique skills and multidisciplinary translational health research expertise
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I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the KBHN trainee community, and to connect with incredibly innovative and thoughtful scientists, staff, and fellow trainees. I joined the PART Committee and have since been linked to numerous opportunities and activities offered through the National Training Program that have supported my development as a future researcher, including KBHN conferences, co-leading the PART Committee Webinar series, recognition through awards, participating in implementation science training, and serving as a co-instructor for the Family Engagement in Research (FER) Course.”
~ Dr. Vanessa Tomas, Postdoctoral Fellow (CanChild at McMaster University, University of Manitoba, Canadian Institutes of Health Research) |
Benefits of Joining the PART Committee
You will gain hands-on leadership experience by:
- Running training programs and activities,
- Assisting the new generation of trainees in developing their skill sets, and
- Forging connections with diverse stakeholders, researchers, and community members.
You can use this opportunity to not only create impact, but explore your interests, sharpen your own skills, and build a strong professional network.
Membership Timeline
Once accepted, you will have PART Committee membership status for 12 months, beginning on March 1 each year. This membership is renewable for as long as you are interested in staying with us. We look forward to having you with us!
PART Subcommittees
As a PART Committee member, you will have the opportunity to join subcommittees aligned with your areas of interest.
Conference Subcommittee
This team plans and coordinates conference activities for KBHN trainees. Learn more about KBHN Training Days.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
This team seeks to improve trainee knowledge of principles of equity, diversity and inclusion through a variety of training activities. By implementing a collaborative learning model, we organize interactive training activities pertaining to research, academic and professional development through an EDI lens.
Infographics Subcommittee
This team designs accessible and informative visuals for the KBHN trainee network.
Webinar Subcommittee
This team runs free Zoom workshops that feature a variety of knowledgeable and engaging presenters who discuss pivotal topics in neurodevelopment and trainee professional development. Speakers include family members, youth with lived experience, researchers, and professional educators. Learn more about PART Webinars.
Meet Our Team
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Carly Magnacca,
Chair
Toronto, Ontario
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Preeti Kar,
Vice-Chair
Victoria, British Columbia
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Jessi Lewis,
Vice-Chair
Victoria, British Columbia
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Zainab Albandari,
Conference Planning Committee member
Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Melika Kangarani-Fara,
Conference Planning Committee member
Vancouver, British Columbia
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Vanessa Tomas,
Webinar Working Group
Toronto, Ontario
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Ayesha Siddiqua,
EDI Lead
Greater Toronto, Ontario
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Ann Yang,
Communication Lead
Vancouver, British Columbia
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Calgary, Alberta
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Montreal, Quebec
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Montreal, Quebec
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Calgary, Alberta
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Hamilton, Ontario
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Hamilton, Ontario
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Kingston, Ontario
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Halifax, Nova Scotia
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London, Ontario
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Richmond, British Columbia
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Vancouver, British Columbia
Past PART Committee Members
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Marianna Healey
Awards and Adjudication lead
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Contact Us
If you have any questions about the PART committee or its activities, please contact training@kidsbrainhealth.ca.