This winning presentation examines how disabled young adults experience the transition from school to adulthood. Using accessible interviews and layered multimodal analysis, it captures communication beyond speech. Findings show that belonging, relationships and purpose matter, but being listened to is the top priority, and future planning should begin with people’s goals.

This PhD investigates child-parent violence and abuse in Wales, a hidden and stigmatised problem lacking clear definitions and theoretical understanding. Through a scoping review and collaborative qualitative research, she will examine stakeholder perspectives and overlooked lived experiences, aiming to co-create knowledge that supports safer, more effective interventions for families.

This research explores how youth in Nova Scotia experience nature as a health intervention. By working with young people as co-researchers, it examines barriers to accessing green spaces and informs policies that integrate nature-based solutions into healthcare, supporting equitable mental and physical well-being through initiatives like Prescription Parks.