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Core members
Our centre’s core members are involved with independent research projects on mental health, wellness, and society that are consistent with the vision of ARMS. They participate in knowledge exchange, mobilization, translation, and dissemination and aid with pedagogical efforts, including teaching, mentorship, advising, and preparing/distributing teaching materials.
Marisa Young
Ph.D. Sociology, University of Toronto, 2013
Associate Professor | Graduate Chair of the Department of Sociology | Canada Research Chair in Mental Health and Work-Life Transitions
James Gillett
(Health, Aging & Society), B.A. Hons. (Calgary), M.A., Ph.D. (McMaster)
Associate Professor (on leave)
Tara Marshall
Associate Professor | Graduate Chair of the Department of Health, Aging & Society | Director, Honours Social Psychology Program
Ameil Joseph
Holder, Faculty of Social Sciences Professorship in Equity, Identity and Transformation | Academic Director, Community Engaged Research and Relationships, Office of Community Engagement | Associate Professor | Graduate Chair
Mat Savelli
Assistant (Teaching) Professor | Undergraduate Chair of the Department of Health, Aging & Society
Associate Members
Our centre’s associate members will collaborate with core ARMS members on their projects and through grant-writing efforts. They will also participate in pedagogical efforts, including through training programs and community internships.
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Research Team Members
See the "Research" page for team member profiles.
Find out more about the teams behind our research.
Community Partners
As a leader in community mental health, ARMS works closely with individuals and organizations in McMaster and Hamilton.

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