As an active member of RNAO and NPAO, she provides valuable insight to policy development, both locally and nationally. At the clinic, she supports an expanded nursing role by teaching the theory and overseeing the practical aspects of completing the certification required to perform pelvic examinations. Her work allows registered nurses to provide contraception, Pap smear tests and sexually transmitted infection screening to people without a primary care provider. Hooper is a strong advocate for her patients, particularly street-involved youth and young women.