Joining the Centre for Research into the Processes, Outcomes, and Impacts of Incarceration (CRPOI) provides opportunities for researchers, community stakeholders and NGOs to collaborate, innovate, and drive meaningful change in Canada. As a member, you’ll gain access to a dynamic community and a wealth of resources designed to amplify the impact of your work.
For Researchers
- Collaborative Network: Connect with a diverse community of scholars, legal experts, and policymakers who share your commitment to understanding and transforming incarceration processes and outcomes.
- Access to Expertise: Engage with CRPOI’s Expert Advisors, including individuals with previous and current experience of incarceration, providing invaluable insights to inform your research and strengthen your skillset.
- Enhanced Research Quality: Utilize CRPOI-created resources designed to improve the rigor, relevance and impact of your research, all while addressing critical gaps in data.
- Funding Opportunities: Apply for mini grants to support research planning and development, with an emphasis on inclusive practices that provide opportunities for mentorship and leadership from impacted populations and students.
- Policy Influence: Share your findings on CRPOI’s Digital Database to inform evidence-based policies that benefit criminalized individuals, their families, and public safety.
For NGOs
- Shared Goals: Collaborate with researchers and advocates focused on addressing systemic challenges in the Canadian carceral system.
- Impactful Partnerships: Spark partnerships with academic experts to develop data-driven advocacy strategies and innovative solutions to complex issues.
- Knowledge Exchange: Gain access to research findings, CRPOI reports, and policy briefs to strengthen your organization’s initiatives and amplify your advocacy efforts.
- Digital Hub Participation: Share and access impactful research outputs that drive systemic reform and promote equitable justice practices.
- Support for Grant Development: Leverage mini grants to co-develop research projects with scholars and community members, ensuring inclusive and ethical collaboration.
Why Join CRPOI?
As a member, you become part of a forward-thinking community dedicated to fostering change through evidence-based research, collaboration, and advocacy. Together, we can reshape the carceral landscape in Canada to prioritize dignity, equity, and safety for all.
Ready to become a member? Join us today and start making a difference!