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CM: Beyond Gym Class: Physical Literacy’s Role in Lifelong Health

by Web Administrator | March 15, 2023 | ESPC Publications: Community Matters, Social Issues: Health

CM: Beyond Gym Class: Physical Literacy’s Role in Lifelong Health February 18, 2020 By Carrie Cyre, ESPC Volunteer   The United Nations defines literacy as an essential life skill that enables individuals to fully address the challenges of the 21st century (PHE...

CM: A New Community-Built, Community-Led Mental Health Strategy for Edmonton

by Web Administrator | March 3, 2023 | ESPC Publications: Community Matters, Social Issues: Health

CM: A New Community-Built, Community-Led Mental Health Strategy for Edmonton February 18, 2020 By Giri Puligandla, Executive Director, Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region   The Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region and United Way...

Blog: Space for Mental Health in Social Policy

by Web Administrator | February 28, 2023 | Blog: Miscellaneous, Social Issues: Health

Blog: Space for Mental Health in Social Policy February 18, 2020 Over the years, mental health has become part of the daily conversation for many, and there is a need for social policies that create collaboration space to improve human well-being.  By Eanimi Deborah...

CM: Cultural Competency in Mental Health Services: Perspectives from the Africa Centre

by Amanda Labonte | February 22, 2023 | ESPC Publications: Community Matters, Social Issues: Health, Social Issues: Immigration

CM: Cultural Competency in Mental Health Services: Perspectives from the Africa Centre February 18, 2020 By Amanda Labonte   Odion Welch, Mental Health Youth Program Coordinator and Yawa Idi, Program Coordinator Enhancing Gender Equity Program and Program...

Research Review: Mental Health: A conversation missing black youth

by Web Administrator | February 21, 2023 | ESPC Publications Miscellaneous, Social Issues: Health, Social Issues: Racism, Social Issues: Youth

Research Review: Mental Health: A conversation missing black youth February 18, 2020 Download the Research Review (PDF) This qualitative report, Access to Mental Health for Black Youths in Alberta (Salami et al.) is reviewed by Eanimi Agube and was published by Health...

Blog: Unhoused: Dangers of the Cold 

by Web Administrator | February 16, 2023 | Blog: Poverty, Social Issues: Health, Social Issues: Poverty

Blog: Unhoused: Dangers of the Cold  February 18, 2020 This article focuses on the realities of individuals who are unhoused, while facing extreme Alberta winters. The purpose is to understand the extent of this health crisis, create conversation, and facilitate...
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