TORONTO, November 22, 2018 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a time to examine the reasons why violence against women and girls (VAWG) continues to rise around the world. The United Nations’ designated day, observed on November 25, puts a spotlight on this human rights violation of physical, sexual or […]
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Bullying awareness key to safe schools: York U experts available
TORONTO, November 20, 2018 – Bullying Awareness Week is a time to help promote safe school and positive learning environments. This year’s theme is #ChooseKind. During Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week – November 18-24, 2018 – students, school staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about the long-term impact of bullying both on and off the playground […]
York U Experts Available: What you need to know about back-to-school anxiety
York U Experts Available: What you need to know about back-to-school anxiety TORONTO, ON, August 30, 2018 – Students of all ages are getting ready for their first week back in class and for some, there may be mixed emotions or even back-to-school anxiety. In fact, according to 2017 statistics, one third of parents say their […]
LGBTQ Issues in Education: York U Faculty of Education Expert Available
TORONTO, June 21, 2018 – From supporting trans youth in education and supporting sexuality and gender in schools, conversations about sex ed curriculum and LGBTQ issues in education are changing in Ontario and across the country. Jen Gilbert, associate professor in the Faculty of Education, who teaches sexuality and education, can comment on gender and […]
The impact of homelessness on the LGBTQ2S community: York U expert available
TORONTO, June 20, 2018 −Studies on youth homelessness in Canada have shown that approximately 30% of youth experiencing homelessness identify as LGBTQ2S. With a history of stigma and bias faced by members of this community as a whole, it is also known that LGBTQ2S youth are at a higher risk of homelessness due to homophobia and […]
International Women's Day: experts available to discuss advancing research in women’s health
York U experts available to discuss advancing research in women’s health TORONTO, March 7, 2018 –This year’s theme for International Women’s Day, #PressForProgress is fueled by movements such as #MeToo and #TimesUp. At this important time in our history, there is even more momentum globally to strive for parity across all sectors, including health. York […]
York U experts available to comment on 2018 Federal Budget
TORONTO, Wednesday, February 28, 2017 – Research funding, gender equality and parental leave, small business tax reform and a new national pharmacare advisory panel were all key highlights in the federal budget announced yesterday. The following York U experts are available for interviews on the impact of the budget on both healthcare and business: Mary E. […]
