Seed Funding

Discover how seed funding sparks new ideas, collaborations, and early-stage research at the UVic Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health.

Join us for IALH’s inaugural Seed Funding Showcase, an in-person evening gathering featuring presentations from the three researchers awarded pilot study funding in 2025. Each will share their innovative projects and insights in a 25-minute presentation.

Presenters:

• Dr. Farah Mawani, Assistant Professor, Public Health and Social Policy, Michael Smith Health Research BC Scholar
  Topic: Moving From Understanding to Addressing Social Exclusion and Mental Health Inequities Experienced by Pregnant and Parenting Adolescents in Rwanda 

• Matilde Cervantes Navarrete, PhD Student, Interdisciplinary Studies
  Topic: Intergenerational Wisdom: Weaving Art, Indigenous Knowledge, Climate Justice and Open Hearts for Planetary Health Futures
• Sasha Zinovich, PhD Student, Sociology
  Topic: Examining Medical Assistance in Dying and Dementia Discourse and Future Directions for Research 

This is a wonderful opportunity to:

• Learn about new and emerging research ideas supported through seed funding
• Ask questions and engage in conversation about research on aging and lifelong health
• Connect with the IALH research community

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:00pm PST
Location: SUB Upper Lounge, University of Victoria
Cost: Free community talk (all are welcome)
Refreshments: Light appetizers and refreshments will be served

Registration required. Reserve your ticket now through Eventbrite