This Equity in Action story is distilled from an interview with Carolina Jimenez (RN, MPH, former Coordinator for the Decent Work and Health Network) in September 2021 and a presentation she made to the Health Equity Collaborative Network earlier that year. Its details should be considered within the context of that time period. You might […]
This Equity in Action story is distilled from an interview with Victoria Law (Social Determinants of Health Public Health Nurse) at Hastings Prince Edward Public Health. The interview took place in September 2021, and its details should be considered within the context of that time period. In the fall, as more people got sick, I
In this session, we look at what it means to lead and at the elements of leadership that are most critical during challenging times. We will explore varied perspectives on the core values of leadership in Public Health, what community leadership means, and the importance of listening and compassion in leadership.
This Equity in Action story is distilled from an interview with Dr. Lawrence Loh (Medical Officer of Health) and Paula Smith (Advisor, Equity and Community Engagement) at Peel Public Health. The interview took place in September 2021, and its details should be considered within the context of that time period. The story of the COVID-19
We take the time to think about the value of deep listening and actively engaging with communities as a public health action. Our speakers and guests explore topics of language, voice, culture, and social cohesion in the face of COVID-19 and other emergent or current public health threats.
These conversations will provide an opportunity for the public health field to support an equity-informed recovery. We will explore listening, leading, and recognizing systems of power, as well as ways in which courage and hope are fostered for equitable, regenerative public health systems.
A 2021 Canadian longitudinal study explores the associations between social determinants of health and adherence to public health measures.
This report (and accompanying webinar) from YWCA Canada and YMCA Canada explores the disproportionate impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth including those who are Black, Indigenous, and racialized, female and gender diverse , and those living with disabilities.
This article from Misra et al. describes the mental health and community impacts of the rise in anti-Asian stigma and discrimination during COVID-19. Recommended areas of action include research, implementing evidence-based stigma reduction initiatives, and coordinating federal responses to anti-Asian racism including investment in mental health services and community responses.
This policy brief from the Royal Society of Canada explores the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health, learning and achievement of children and youth, while also highlighting pandemic recovery lessons for teachers and leaders. Recommendations are made for pandemic recovery in education to support educators, administrators, support staff, school mental health professionals and decision makers as well as parents/guardians.
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