Big Brothers Big Sisters provides proactive mentoring programs to children living in Prince George and throughout Northern BC. Whether the programs are in person or virtually, one to one or in a group, our programs give children and youth the skills and confidence to reach their full potential.

The head office is located in Prince George, BC/ Lheidli T’enneh Territory

Research Question: How do we successfully amplify our voice and build trust in communities outside of Prince George to recruit for our programs (both children and mentors)?

THIS PROJECT WILL BE COMPLETED IN PAIRS***YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK WITH ANOTHER STUDENT, POSSIBLY FROM A DIFFERENT INSTITUTION OR DISCIPLINE

Why should I do this?

Through this applied research project, you will benefit from:

• Furthered knowledge of a non-profit structure, activities, and operations
• Furthered knowledge of creating and implementing child’s programming
• Furthered knowledge on community events and partners
• Increased skills in professional communications and building relationships
• Furthered knowledge on community impact
• Volunteer reference

Tell me about the project scope

Key deliverables, in order of priority:

1. Find information on the specific needs of children and families living in communities outside of Prince George within Northern BC
2. Identify service gaps for children aged 7 – 14
3. Identify what support/recreation resources are currently available for children and families
4. Identify what resources are available for communications within communities (radio, media, local tv, newspaper).
5. List of potential donors and partners in communities outside of Prince George (as time permits)

The final product of this applied research project will be:

• A report no more than 10 pages
• A 30 minute presentation on your findings (with time for questions)

We will meet during the following key milestones:

1. On-boarding and orientation with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern BC

2. Consultation about approach and goals, touch base about the project

3. Mid project touch base

4. Final presentation

5. Reflection

What resources are available to do this project?

These resources will be available to support your research:

• www.bigsnbc.ca for information about operations and impact
• List of BBBS staff/ board members
• Lists of community partners and contact information

Would I be a good fit?

Potential programs of study: Marketing, communications, social work, education

Relevant experience or skills:

• Experience working or volunteering with a non-profit organization
• Experience working with children
• Communications skills (written/verbal) and social media experience
• We encourage indigenous students, and students with disabilities to apply

How will we communicate?

During this project we will communicate by:

• Email and in person or Zoom meetings
• Emails will be answered as they come in.
• Zoom or in person meetings for our 5 milestones.

We will meet during the following key milestones:

1. On-boarding and orientation with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern BC

2. Consultation about approach and goals, touch base about the project

3. Mid project touch base

4. Final presentation

5. Reflection

During this project we will communicate by:

• Email and in person or Zoom meetings
• Emails will be answered as they come in.
• Zoom or in person meetings for our 5 milestones.