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A Torontonian stands at the intersection of Yonge St. and Dundas Ave. Addressing long-standing inequities in immigrant and migrant voter participation in Canada may help shine a spotlight on the social and economic hardships that immigrant and diasporic communities face. That includes health-care access and health outcomes. (Unsplash)

Fractured futures: Upward mobility for immigrants is a myth as their health declines

The myth of the ‘healthy immigrant’ has likely resulted in policymakers dismissing the health-care needs of newcomers to Canada. That’s why electoral participation is so important.
The Electoral Commission of Zambia delivered elections that saw Hakainde Hichilema become the new president in 2021 despite democratic backsliding under the ruling Patriotic Front. James Kunda/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images

The challenges African election bodies face go beyond ‘democratic backsliding’ – analysis

Stakeholders, whether they be policymakers, political parties, civil society or the media, must proactively pursue electoral integrity.
Despite the challenges of performing research during COVID-19, researchers reported connecting on a more vulnerable level with their community partners, as they all attempted to get through the pandemic. (Shutterstock)

Preparing for the next health crisis: COVID-19 showed the importance of community-engaged research

Community-engaged research was disrupted by COVID-19 restrictions, meaning researchers faced serious challenges when their results were most needed: during a public health crisis.
Summer learning programs help students catch up, but they aren’t always accessible. kate_sept2004 via Getty Images

Schools can close summer learning gaps with these 4 strategies

By targeting specific students, removing barriers and involving families and communities, school districts can make summer learning more accessible to students who need it.

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