Now Recruiting Partners


What do Partners do?


Our partners actively engage in monthly virtual meetings, collaborate as co-leads on research projects, and contribute their lived experiences to shape and guide future initiatives. Their insights play a key role in driving impactful, community-centered work.

The EMPOWER project has made me realize that I wasn’t alone and that I have a voice.
— Patient Partner

Throughout all phases of the research, Patient Partners play an active role, building their capacity to lead and shape future research initiatives, ensuring that the research is always aligned with the needs and experiences of those it aims to serve.

Key areas of focus include examining access to care, where the impacts of trauma and stigma must be recognized as crucial barriers on the patient’s journey.

Clinical Partners

Healthcare professionals who provide maternity and/or pediatric care, and substance use treatment.

Community Partners

Individuals who represent the community or community organizations.

Research Partners

Researchers who study substance use around the timing of pregnancy.

Patient Partners

Individuals with lived experience of substance use around the timing of pregnancy.

Our Efforts