UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program

The Health and Immigration Policy and Practices Research Program (HIPP) seeks to address the decline in health among the most vulnerable groups of immigrants.

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The ACYMN is hosting a workshop on Monday, June 5 from 9-10am. Dr. Sophie Yohani and Lisa Cyuzozo will share about 'Reflections on Child Wellbeing from the Perspective of Adult Survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi of Rwanda Living in Canada':
https://t.co/8ne9ilvddu

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The ACYMN is hosting a workshop on Monday, April 24 from 9-10am. Dr. Sophie Yohani and Lisa Cyuzozo will share about 'Reflections on Child Wellbeing from the Perspective of Adult Survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi of Rwanda Living in Canada': https://t.co/DlgEcxNmXP

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The ACYMN is hosting a workshop on Monday, April 24 from 9-10am. Dr. Sophie Yohani and Lisa Cyuzozo will share about 'Reflections on Child Wellbeing from the Perspective of Adult Survivors of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi of Rwanda Living in Canada': https://t.co/npLs8KHxwY

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Founded in 2019, the African Child and Youth Migration Network has over 40 scholars in 12 countries. We have completed a review of over 188 studies on African child and youth migration and collected data from Canada, Nigeria. Ghana, Ethiopia. Some of our publications are below.

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Newest publication

https://t.co/i8318Nz0rT

https://t.co/i8318Nz0rT

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

My longest serving research personnel is now an Assistant Professor at Western University
From research assistant to research coordinator to research associate.
I am proud.
Such a strong researcher
Congratulations Dr. Dominic Alaazi.
https://t.co/2KAa2jLWnp

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The African Child and Youth Migration Network is hosting a workshop on January 11 from 9-10am. Drs. Stephen Kwankye, Grace Spencer, and Jill Thompson will discuss findings from a project focusing on the experiences & livelihoods of young migrants in Ghana: https://t.co/5ii4ninm5R

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The African Child and Youth Migration Network is hosting a workshop on January 11 from 9-10am. Drs. Stephen Kwankye, Grace Spencer, and Jill Thompson will discuss findings from a project focusing on the experiences & livelihoods of young migrants in Ghana: https://t.co/5ii4ninm5R

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Latest publication

https://t.co/FcU41z1gcl

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The African Child and Youth Migration Network is hosting a workshop on January 11 from 9-10am. Drs. Stephen Kwankye, Grace Spencer, and Jill Thompson will discuss findings from a project focusing on the experiences & livelihoods of young migrants in Ghana: https://t.co/5ii4ninm5R

[David Shepherd @DShepYEG]

I was very happy to award the QE II's Platinum Jubilee Medal to Dr. @BukolaKSalami for her enormous contributions as a researcher, educator, & community advocate for the health & well-being of newcomer & racialized communities in Alberta & beyond. #ableg

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Two days ago, I received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for my contribution to the province of Alberta.

Thank you to MLA @DShepYEG for nominating me for this award.

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

This years International Council of Nurses conference is going to take place in Canada. I will be there and hope to see you there.

Also, remember to submit an abstract --- Deadline is October 31

https://t.co/l7JGB57ucG

[Andre Masumbuko Nzunzu Renzaho, OAM, PhD @andre_mrenzaho]

Hot off the press: “Improving COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake among Black Populations: A Systematic Review of Strategies” https://t.co/aTpfuAApYU @BukolaKSalami @MDPIOpenAccess

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Our latest publication

https://t.co/HBcqIk9Iyt

https://t.co/HBcqIk9Iyt

[UAlberta Immigrant Health (HIPP) Research Program @UAlbertaHIPP]

The African Child and Youth Migration Network is hosting a workshop on September 20 from 9-10am MST!
Dr. Valentina Mazzucato will share her methodology to study young African-descended people in Europe the context of her research with Ghanaian immigrants.
https://t.co/JOaetqSX8S

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Today was the last day of some of the youths in our mentorship program. I am very proud of what we have accomplished this week. I have seen tremendous growth in the youths over the last 6 to 8 weeks. I am very proud and grateful to all our volunteers.

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Wonderful work by my team led by my postdoctoral fellow, Dr. Janet Kemei. I am very grateful to everyone that collaborated with us on this project

https://t.co/PBlTDXJIhU

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

We completed an analysis of data from 12,000 Canadian and interviewed 55 immigrant service providers in Alberta on factors that contribute to the mental health of immigrants. Top among these factors is community belonging and income.

[Bukola Salami @BukolaKSalami]

Through funding from @WCHRIUofA & @KillamTrusts Accelerator Award, we (at @UAlbertaHIPP ) are analyzing the Canadian Community Health Survey on differences between Black, White and Racialized Canadians on use and access to health services (including Dr., mammogram, pap smear etc)