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Untangling Knowledge

In her work, Dr. Niki Kiepek critically explores the social construction of what are considered acceptable and unacceptable ways of acting and ways of being.

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Research Projects

In her work, Dr. Niki Kiepek critically explores the social construction of what are considered acceptable and unacceptable ways of acting and ways of being.

Occupational science

Occupations are predominantly framed as positively meaningful activities that contribute to health, well-being, and justice. Niki and her colleagues work to extend understandings of occupation to include a broader range of occupations and experiences that are more reflective of lived experience.

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Patient-oriented research

Our teams received funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to develop best practice recommendations for patient-oriented research in Northwestern Ontario.

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Latest News

Chapter from “Promoting occupational participation: Collaborative relationship-focused occupational therapy”

In their chapter within "Promoting occupational participation: Collaborative relationship-focused occupational therapy", Niki and colleagues provide a broad introduction to equity, justice, and rights within the field of occupational therapy.

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Chapter from “Promoting occupational participation: Collaborative relationship-focused occupational therapy”

In Chapter 2 of "Promoting occupational participation: Collaborative relationship-focused occupational therapy", Niki and colleagues push for a fresh perspective on 'occupation' that extends beyond individualistic, Western worldviews.

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Photo elicitation study interview

Watch this interview with Christine Ausman, current PhD in Health student and Research Coordinator for Niki’s 2021 research project, entitled “Socially situated experiences of substance use: A photo elicitation pilot study”.

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