Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
A $200K grant to support inclusive science and mentorship
New funds will empower women and Indigenous trainees through mentorship, scholarships, and community-focused research The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre...
November 15, 2024
Truth & Reconciliation: Orange Shirt Day and the 4th anniversary of the passing of Joyce Echaquan – Indigenous Health Professions Program Statement
As Indigenous peoples, we, at the Indigenous Health Professions Program (IHPP) at McGill University, recognize the profound significance of September 28th and September...
September 30, 2024
Reading Abbott
Exhibit (extended until mid-January) delves into pioneering doctor and avid reader Maude Abbott’s reading taste to better read her remarkable life and career...
November 21, 2024
In conversation with Oni Blackstock: Paving the way for health equity
We got an exclusive early chat with Dr. Oni Blackstock, this year’s keynote speaker for McGill’s 16th Global Health Night on...
November 7, 2024
James A. Makokis opens Queer History Month
The keynote speaker will be James A. Makokis, MD, known for his leadership in Indigenous health, transgender health and culturally sensitive care. Visibility...
September 27, 2024
Zackie Achmat is the winner of the inaugural Paul Farmer Award for Global Health Equity
The McGill School of Population and Global Health is pleased to announce Zackie Achmat from South Africa as the winner of the inaugural...
September 13, 2024
Eight trainees earn EDI awards for academic excellence
The awards for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in health care research recognize the academic excellence of medical and health science students from racialized...
August 29, 2024
RI-MUHC embraces inclusivity with Duo Emploi Internship Program
For the second year in a row, researchers, trainees and staff welcomed interns with disabilities, fostering an inclusive environment through hands-on experiences and...
July 31, 2024
Strengthening capacity to support Indigenous youth mental health services
A national initiative, the ACCESS Open Minds Indigenous Youth Mental Health and Wellness Network, to enhance Indigenous youth mental health services, co-led by...
July 18, 2024
Revolutionizing mental health care for youth
Originally from India and now the director of a Canadian network focused on youth mental health, Srividya Iyer is working toward a future...
July 15, 2024
Focus on mental health: Transformative RI-MUHC event offered insights and meditation
Expert talks on mental health as well as practical meditation sessions empowered attendees to enhance their well-being amidst daily challenges The Human...
July 15, 2024
Indigenous SPOT grads receive Pendleton blankets at Convocation reception
For the first time at the School of Physical and Occupational therapy (SPOT), Indigenous graduates were gifted Pendleton blankets by the members...
June 19, 2024
Sidney Leggett: Made to create a safe space for Indigenous students
Master’s student in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Population and Global Health I am a Red River Métis from Treaty One in...
June 19, 2024
McGill Indigenous faculty co-write health research report on cultural safety
On June 6, Tahatikonhsontóntie' – the Quebec Network Environment in Indigenous Health Research (Qc-NEIHR), with the collaboration of Unité de Soutien SSA Québec, the...
June 19, 2024