Transforming Practices Conference 2026: Full Schedule

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10:15am MDT

UPDATED: Research on adolescent sexual exploitation: Identifying risks factors and understanding resiliency among sexually exploited boys.

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am MDT

GWH177

NEW ABSTRACT:
For this presentation, we discuss the research on adolescent sexual exploitation to understand the factors that associate with sexual exploitation for both adolescent boys and girls. We assess further if the sexual exploitation of boys is linked with similar risky behaviours as noted among girls. With specific focus on marginalized adolescent boys, we explore the factors that help build their resilience in the face of sexual exploitation victimization.

Please note this session has recently been updated with a new topic and abstract.

Speakers

Dr. Jones Adjei

PhD, Instructor - Sociology, Red Deer Polytechnic

JONES ADJEI is a Sociology Instructor at Red Deer Polytechnic, with a focus on social demography and applied statistics. His research focuses on population health disparities and immigrant settlement experiences in Central Alberta. His research has been published in peer-reviewed... Read More →

David Campbell

Accessibility Technology Strategist, Red Deer Polytechnic

I am the Accessibility Technology Strategist at Red Deer Polytechnic. I have a Masters in Education and have been at RDP for 16 years in various instructional and student-support roles. I'm passionate about helping learners and educators use accessibility technology, evidence-based... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am MDT
GWH177

Breakout Session

12:45pm MDT

Student Engagement in Child and Youth Well-being: Community Service Learning, Applied Study, and Summer Research Initiatives.

Friday May 29, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm MDT

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Student Engagement in Child and Youth Well-being: Community Service Learning, Applied Study, and Summer Research Initiatives. This will be a showcase of student work, with students presenting on the impact of their community-engaged projects.

Speakers

Brooke Schwartz

Student, Red Deer Polytechnic

Brooke Schwartz is graduating from the Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree at Red Deer Polytechnic, in June. During her time at RDP, she was given the opportunity to work on two research projects involving the Bethany Care Society, giving her direct and valuable experience working... Read More →

Jocelynn Wynnychuk

Sydney D. Greer

I recently completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Red Deer Polytechnic and will be beginning my master’s studies this October. My academic interests include child and adolescent development, mentorship, trauma, and the long-term impact that childhood experiences can have... Read More →

Manya Julka

Student

Manya Julka is a third-year Psychology student at Red Deer Polytechnic with a background in early childhood education. Her experience working with children has shaped her interest in child development and research-informed practices that support healthy learning environments. Through... Read More →

Trista L. Morgan

BA in Psychology Student - 4th Year, Red Deer Polytechnic

Hello, my name is Trista and I am a current student a Red Deer Polytechnic, I am about to enter my fourth year in my BA in Psychology and I am looking forward to pursuing a career in clinical psychology. I have about 2 years of job experience in the field of working with children... Read More →

Gregory D. Wells

PhD, Instructor - Psychology, Red Deer Polytechnic

Dr. Wells completed his PhD at the University of Windsor in 2001 and has expertise in the area of Human Development. At RDP, he teaches intermediate and senior-level courses in Child Development, Adolescence, and Adulthood and Aging. He is also actively engaged in applied research... Read More →

Friday May 29, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm MDT
GWH177

Breakout Session

10:15am MDT

12:45pm MDT

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