The J Healthcare Initiative
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Phani Radhakrishnan
Associate Professor
December 27, 2024
Project feedback
Thank you for a valuable learning opportunity for my students. I appreciate your feedback to student presentations. I also appreciate the data you shared with us about your organization so that students could really learn about how to apply the concepts they are learning in this course into the project.
Using Research in STEM to Create Sustainable Human Resource Practices (University of Toronto)
RBC Future Launch
Configuration for Growth for the J Healthcare Initiative
The J Healthcare Initiative
Saad Abdelkader
Student
December 24, 2024
Project feedback
Working with Atika was great. She was always available and open to explore ideas and open to different point of views.
2024-2025 Business Process Improvement (Digital Transformation Management Program)
DIAL SFU
Optimizing Grant Writing Workflow and Accountability System
The J Healthcare Initiative
Tracy Luong
Student
December 22, 2024
Project feedback
Atika was very supportive over the course of this project, meeting with the team on a bi-weekly basis. She was readily available to answer questions, provide guidance, and offer feedback on options presented. It was great to learn more about J Healthcare Initiative and apply lessons from the course to enhance the organization's work.
2024-2025 Business Process Improvement (Digital Transformation Management Program)
DIAL SFU
Optimizing Grant Writing Workflow and Accountability System
The J Healthcare Initiative
Elizabeth Cruz
Student
December 22, 2024
Project feedback
Working with the grant writing optimization project in J Healthcare Initiative allowed me and my team members great insight into how non-profit organizations work and are funded. Atika was very engaging and very supportive of our work. She regularly met with us to check in our progress, discuss options and provided us with insightful information for our project. It was a pleasure working with Atika and J Healthcare Initiative. Thank you for the opportunity to work on the project!
2024-2025 Business Process Improvement (Digital Transformation Management Program)
DIAL SFU
Optimizing Grant Writing Workflow and Accountability System
The J Healthcare Initiative
Amitha Aravindhakshan
She
Student
December 13, 2024
Project feedback
My time with The J Healthcare Initiative has been highly rewarding, showcasing their commitment to the most urgent public health issues with precision and care. The structured approach and actionable insights of the organization have made the project impactful and educational. The support and encouragement afforded me were invaluable in enhancing my understanding and contributing meaningfully to the work.
Strategic Analytics Partnership Opportunity
Cambrian College
Adulterant Study of the Illicit Opioids and Stimulants
The J Healthcare Initiative
Imane Choukrallah Ricard
She
Professor
December 12, 2024
Project feedback
Thank you for your leadership and mentorship to our students.
Strategic Analytics Partnership Opportunity
Cambrian College
Adulterant Study of the Illicit Opioids and Stimulants
The J Healthcare Initiative
Havish Kampiri
Student
December 11, 2024
Project feedback
My experience at J Healthcare Initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the organization's commitment to exceptional patient care and professional excellence. I've been impressed by the company's vision and innovative approaches to healthcare delivery. The leadership given to me was extremely helpful and provided a safe space to learn.
Strategic Analytics Partnership Opportunity
Cambrian College
Adulterant Study of the Illicit Opioids and Stimulants
The J Healthcare Initiative
Ruben Burga
Assistant Professor
December 9, 2024
Project feedback
The J Healthcare Initiative was a great opportunity for the students to become aware of a hot button and very topical life/death issue and to contribute in a meaningful way to Atika's work.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Dr. Abidemi Fasanmi
She / Her
Assistant Professor, Healthcare Management
December 9, 2024
Project feedback
The experience with JHI was great, the project pushed us to think beyond current boundaries of understanding of the Opioid crisis and current public health intervention
Capstone: HealthCare Management - Fall 2024
Cape Breton University
Adulterant Study of the Illicit Opioids and Stimulants
The J Healthcare Initiative
GODFRED BOATENG
Assistant Professor
December 6, 2024
Project feedback
This happens to be an amazing organization that was ready to work with my students on assessing air quality in shelters within the GTA. Due to some barriers, we could not have access to the shelters. Nonetheless, I believe anyone working with this organization stands to benefit from their work.
Global Environmental Health
York University
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Shabnoor Dayem
Student
December 5, 2024
Project feedback
Working with J Healthcare Initiative was an insightful and tremendous journey. I have learned a lot things through the project. I will always be grateful for the opportunity.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Peggy Ranke
Professor, Director Health Admin program
December 3, 2024
Project feedback
It was a fantastic experience, and it was great for the student to apply what they have learned
Healthcare Administration Internship/Capstone
National University
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Brock McKenzie
Student
December 3, 2024
Project feedback
Great learning experience!
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Zihan Cai
Industry Liaison Officer
December 4, 2024
Project feedback
Julia and I have worked with Atika from J Healthcare initiative over multiple semesters on various projects and each time the experience has been fantastic. Nothing short of excellent with their work and we look forward to working with her again in the future.
Human Resources Management ORGB423
McGill University
Configuration for Growth for the J Healthcare Initiative
The J Healthcare Initiative
Nina Dang
She / Her
Student
December 2, 2024
Project feedback
This is a great opportunity to engage in NLP projects. Deliverables are flexible and open to suggestions, allowing team members to contribute ideas and support.
Level UP: May 2024
Riipen Level UP 🚀
AI Application for Media Accountability in Drug User Representation
The J Healthcare Initiative
Angi Patel
Student
December 4, 2024
Project feedback
Great team to work with! They are doing good work and are very ambitious!
May 2024 - April 2025 USask Level UP
University of Saskatchewan Level UP
JHI Brand Identity and Graphic Design
The J Healthcare Initiative
Liuyu Wang
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
As a student participating in The J Healthcare Initiative’s “Toxic Cocktails” Campaign, focused on raising awareness about the poisoned drug supply, this experience was both challenging and highly rewarding. It provided me with valuable opportunities to apply the principles of innovation, entrepreneurship, and project management to a real-world social issue.
Goals and Outcomes:
The campaign aimed to educate the public on the dangers of poisoned drug supplies through innovative and engaging methods. During this project, I contributed to creating impactful content, such as visual storytelling and social media strategies, which effectively captured the audience's attention.
Project Management and Team Collaboration:
As a team member, I gained hands-on experience in task coordination, content optimization, and timeline management. I worked closely with others to ensure that key deliverables were completed on time and aligned with the campaign's overarching goals.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Perspective:
One of the campaign’s highlights was its use of innovative tools like interactive social media content and data visualization. These approaches demonstrated how entrepreneurial thinking can amplify the impact of limited resources. It was inspiring to see how creative problem-solving could drive meaningful change in public health advocacy.
Reflection and Growth:
This experience taught me that leading impactful projects requires more than just technical skills—it demands a deep understanding of societal issues, effective teamwork, and a commitment to innovation. Moving forward, I aim to further refine my project management skills and explore creative approaches to address complex challenges.
Participating in the “Toxic Cocktails” Campaign was a transformative experience that bridged theory and practice, solidified my passion for innovation, and strengthened my commitment to leveraging entrepreneurial strategies for social good.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Alexandra Cherutti
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
I really enjoyed working with Atika and the J Healthcare Initiative. We were provided with strong yet interesting sources that served as a great starting point for our project.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Yihao Wang
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
It was a pleasure working with J Healthcare. I truly learned a lot from this experience, and the project was unique.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Jackson Villemaire-Mccutcheon
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
Working with Atika was easy! Thanks again Atika for this opportunity.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Makeda Ming
Student
November 29, 2024
Project feedback
Atika was great to work with, she gave detailed feedback throughout the project and responded quickly everytime we reached out.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Ulli Bodnar
Student
November 29, 2024
Project feedback
Great experience! Atika is wonderful to work with. This project provided me with a fantastic insight into the amount of effort and research that goes into the creation of an information hub.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Anmol Dosanjh
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
Working with the J. Healthcare Initiative on this project has been a truly enriching experience. The content we focused on was incredibly important, addressing real-world issues with a meaningful impact. The team was fantastic—collaborative, organized, and highly supportive throughout the process. Their dedication made it easy to communicate ideas and execute tasks effectively. Overall, this experience has been both rewarding and seamless, thanks to the Atika's professionalism and shared passion for the project goals.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Emily Gelgoot
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
It was a pleasure working for the J Healthcare Initiative! There is a need for more companies like this to address Canada's fatal overdose crisis.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Erika Dunn
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
It was a great experience working with Atika! She was very attentive to our needs and gave supportive feedback throughout the project. She is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about the issues related to the illicit drug supply.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Michelle Thuy Pham
Student
November 30, 2024
Project feedback
Wonderful to work with, very ambitious and admirable.
Project Management for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship
University of Guelph
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Jamie MacDonald
She / Her
Student
November 17, 2024
Project feedback
Atika and the J Initiative team are dedicated experts in supporting individuals who use drugs. Despite their many responsibilities, they consistently mentor their interns. Throughout the project, they demonstrated flexibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Level UP: May 2024
Riipen Level UP 🚀
AI Application for Media Accountability in Drug User Representation
The J Healthcare Initiative
Dasha Guliak
She / Her
Student
October 21, 2024
Project feedback
After an onboarding interview, I was provided a lot of flexibility and space to do the project at my pace. The team communicated consistently via email and helped to clarify any questions I ran into. Project was doable in the allotted time.
May 2024 - April 2025 USask Level UP
University of Saskatchewan Level UP
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative
Peggy Ranke
Professor, Director Health Admin program
October 15, 2024
Project feedback
From what I understand, the project went very well. Is this your view?
Healthcare Administration Internship/Capstone
National University
Evidence-Based Drug Information Project
The J Healthcare Initiative
Hamza Nadeem
He / Him
Student
October 1, 2024
Project feedback
Atika and Janmi have an infectious compassion towards their project that you just can't help but feel invigorated to work with them on their healthcare project. They are both extremely accommodating.
May 2024 - April 2025 USask Level UP
University of Saskatchewan Level UP
The J Healthcare Initiative's Toxic Cocktails Campaign: Raising Awareness About the Poisoned Drug Supply.
The J Healthcare Initiative