CCEL’s Grants Project Library contains reports and infographics documenting the social impact work conducted by students in partnership with community organizations that CCEL Grants have funded. We hope this resource is helpful as a database to support and inspire further work around community-rooted social justice, equity and access issues. Read about examples of project topics here.
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SAFAR WITH PRIDE
This project addresses the social challenges faced by queer South Asians—particularly the lack of culturally relevant, accessible, and affirming educational resources. Rather than relying solely on traditional in-person programming, this project embraced a digital-first approach in creating the Desi Queer Online Learning Hub – making resources available to anyone, anywhere, anytime.
UBC Student Project Lead: Simrat Mahil
Community Partner: Sher Vancouver LGBTQ Friends Society
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: South Asian, Queer, Learning Hub, Representation
Keywords: LGBTQA+, Online Resources, Minority Voices
Population: South Asian and Queer Communities
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GREEN CAREERS FOR YOUTH: VIDEO SERIES
This project sought to bridge systemic barriers faced by underrepresented communities in accessing green jobs. The project produced six impactful episodes and seven supplementary social media posts, amplifying key themes of climate justice, circularity, urban sustainability, and ecological restoration. By leveraging storytelling and social media, the project created lasting resources for youth empowerment and contributed to ongoing climate action advocacy.
UBC Student Project Lead: Jose Reyeros Sanchez
Community Partner: Regenesis BC
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: Employment Accessibility, Sustainability, Green Jobs, Mentorship
Keywords: Social Media, Online Education, Youth Employment, Sustainability
Population: Youth
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EXPRESSIONS OF RESILIENCE: ART FOR WELL-BEING IN THE HEART OF THE DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE
This project utilized art as a vehicle to amplify well-being within the Downtown Eastside while supported the inclusion of Indigenous-centred workshops, led by duly compensated community members. By bridging the gap between survival-focused services and holistic well-being, this project created meaningful opportunities for creative expression, community connection, and personal empowerment among women facing significant life changes.
UBC Student Project Lead: Sara Singh
Community Partner: Downtown Eastside Arts & Crafts Society
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: Art, Creative Empowerment, Celebrating Indigenous Culture, Social Inclusion
Keywords: Art, Well-being, Creative Expression, Indigenous Inclusion
Population: Women within the Downtown Eastside
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BREAKING DOWN LANGUAGE BARRIERS AND EXPANDING RESEARCH DIVERSITY
Despite Canada’s embrace of multiculturalism, language barriers remain a common experience, compromising one’s fundamental autonomy, voice, and rights. By offering accessible translation services and eing integrated in both healthcare and research, this project sought to advance health equity in British Columbia and improve the health outcomes for under-served, minority, and other marginalized communities.
UBC Student Project Lead: Riya Virdi and Lynda Li
Community Partner: Provincial Health Services Authority
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: Inclusive Representation of Research Participants, Social Advocacy, Healthcare Access, Translation Services
Keywords: Language Accessibility, Research Representation, Overcoming Barriers to Healthcare
Population: Non-English Speakers From Underserved and Minority Populations
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A PATH TO WELLNESS: NEWCOMER YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
The Path to Wellness Project aimed to address significant gaps in mental health support for newcomer youth in British Columbia, a group uniquely vulnerable to the challenges of displacement and resettlement. Recognizing the critical need for accessible and culturally informed mental health resources, the project took a holistic approach by combining education, community-building, and direct professional support.
UBC Student Project Lead: Nikolay Alabi
Community Partner: BC Newcomers Association
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: Mental Health, Newcomer Youth, Lived Experiences
Keywords: Conversation Circles, Mental Health Literacy, Emotional Well-being, Migration Experiences
Population: Newcomer Youth