About us
In today’s healthcare system, there has been a disregard for the addictive nature of opioids resulting in the exploitation of patients seeking pain relief. Such negligence has created an opioid crisis across this nation. In 2019, Hamilton’s opioid-related death rate was 69% higher than the provincial rate. Evidently, it is imperative that the next generation of healthcare professionals realize the need for action in our Hamilton community.
Taking action, the MOCC aims to unpack the opioid crisis from a healthcare perspective by raising awareness, promoting activism through community service, and providing a platform to share pivotal perspectives. Our current initiatives provide opportunities for students to become better advocates for resources, education, and policy to tackle the epidemic.
Our team
Izabella Zakatsiolo
President
lara Wang
Vice President of Publications
Thenuja Vipulananthan
Vice President of Publications
Fayd quraiseh
Vice President of Communications
Tara al kaisy
Vice President of Communications
Parakshi Patel
Vice President of Outreach
Fatima ghias
Vice President of Finance
Julia zhang
Vice President of Finance
Shubreen grewal
Vice President of Events
Parnian pahlevan sabbagh
Vice President of Events
Our Sponsors
This year, we are grateful to announce that we have three generous sponsors supporting our team and our conference. Renascent: Toronto Addiction Rehabilitation Services, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), and the McMaster Office of the President have all offered to partner with our organization in support of our mission of promoting the importance of acknowledging the Opioid Crisis.