In June 2025, I was honoured to receive the IACFP Student Research Award for my Master’s thesis, “Exploring the Impact of the Community Based Health and First Aid Programme Among People in Custody.” This research was conducted in collaboration with the Irish Prison Service (IPS), the Irish Red Cross (IRC), and University College Cork (UCC). The Community Based Health and First Aid Programme (CBHFA) is a collaborative initiative providing prison-specific Red Cross volunteer training to people in custody. This study examined changes in self-esteem, wellbeing, and locus of control among participants, while also exploring shifts in perceived community contribution over time. Findings … [Read more...] about 2025 Student Award Winner: Kate Foy