SOCIAL ISSUE THEMES
November to January: Mental Health and Substance Abuse
March to April: Racism and Stereotypes
May to June: Gender Equality
Release Date: November 13th, 2023
Learn about the negative impacts improper opioid usage has had on Canadian society and economy, the importance of naloxone, and how you can contribute to this matter.
Release Date: November 20th, 2023
Explore the global issue of stigma surrounding mental health, its effects on society, and strategies to encourage a positive and supportive environment for those struggling with mental health issues.
Release Date: November 27th, 2023
This article delves into the topic of alcohol use disorder, addressing its definition, causes, addiction cycle, and effects. This piece strives to emphasize the need for a comprehensive understanding of prevention, intervention, and recovery.
Release Date: December 4th, 2023
Learn about addiction's complexities, the five recovery stages, and explore real-life stories, including Elton John and Naomi Campbell, highlighting the non-linear path to addiction recovery.
Release Date: December 11th, 2023
As a continuation of U4S' Mental Health Campaign, read this article to learn more about the prevalence of mental health in Canadian communities, the urgency for increased mental health services, and how OHIP is supporting this matter currently.
Release Date: December 11th, 2023
This article has yet to be released.
Please revisit us on December 11th, 2023!
Release Date: February 12th, 2024
Discover the significant impact of nutrition on mental health, affecting both cognitive function and mood in individuals. Let us explore the crucial role of exercise in promoting overall well-being, and gain practical tips for maintaining a balanced lifestyle for enhanced quality of life.
Release Date: December 25th, 2023
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Release Date: February 12th, 2024
Learn about the harmful effects of racial micro-aggressions against marginalized groups and explore methods to combat this discrimination for a more just and inclusive society.
Release Date: February 12th, 2024
Uncover the hidden challenges men face with mental health in a world defined by toxic masculinity. We'll dive into how societal pressures and stereotypes affect men's well-being and what we can do to change the narrative.
Release Date: February 19th, 2024
Explore the challenges and complexities surrounding unequal access to resources and systemic biases shaping educational outcomes.
Release Date: February 26th, 2024
Explore the roots of racial disparities in the justice system, current issues like biassed policing and sentencing, their impacts on communities of colour, and possible solutions through systemic reforms and community interventions.
Release Date: March 5th, 2024
Learn about racial inequality in healthcare, including false beliefs among medical professionals, disparities in care illustrated by Brian Sinclair's story, the impacts on mortality rates, mental health diagnoses, and reporting of health issues among people of colour, along with potential solutions.
Release Date: March 8th, 2024
Stereotypes and uninformed opinions confine individuals and define prejudiced victims negatively. This creates widespread misrepresentation and interreligious tensions between communities. Prejudice and stereotyping make up a large part of numerous histories; however, so does the effort to overcome these differences and barriers.
Release Date: March 21st, 2024
On a day-to-day basis, the question of appropriation and appreciation is often being misunderstood. It’s important to know the key difference between the two, since cultures, especially the minor ones, are being taken advantage of under our noses.
Release Date: April 11th, 2024
Women had fought for years in a battle for equality. Especially in STEM, a field in which men outnumber women by a large amount. Not only is the struggle to earn a place in a men-dominated profession incredibly difficult but the hurdles women face on a day-to-day basis discourage the many.