Objective: To explore variations in maternal and infant outcomes among clusters of mother–infant dyads in the NICU characterized by intersecting social identity characteristics. Design: Secondary exploratory analysis of data from a cluster randomized controlled trial conducted from December 2015 to July 2018. Setting: Ten Level II NICUs in six cities across Alberta, Canada. Participants: A…
Background and Purpose: Despite pervasive structural and systemic adversities, Black children and youth in Canada demonstrate significant resilience. However, mainstream discourse often privileges deficit-based narratives, marginalizing these strengths. This rapid scoping review identifies and synthesizes the breadth and depth of available evidence on resilience among Black young people in Canada to counter these stereotypes and…
The contemporary debate on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in nursing practice has been affected by numerous intersecting forces. In this commentary, we draw on insights from Bukola Salami's 15-year research program, which offers critical perspectives on how racism, migration status, labour precarity, social inequities and institutional structures influence the health and well-being of Black…
Background: Persistent mental health inequities among Black, Caribbean and African immigrant communities in settler colonial states such as Canada reflect structural racism and mismatches between dominant models and community worldviews. Approach: We introduce ADWEN (Ancestry & Affirmation, Decolonization, Wellbeing, Empowerment, Narrative) as a practice-ready framework rooted in African ontology and epistemology. We synthesize conceptual foundations…
Background: Vaccination is one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent disease, yet vaccine hesitancy remains a threat to the progress made in tackling vaccine preventable diseases. Black communities have a history of being subjects of unethical research, victims of implicit bias, mistreated by healthcare professionals, and denied access to medical assistance. This study aims…
Research explored substance use in Black communities in Canada, but a gap exists about the experiences of Black family members, caring for relatives with substance misuse within the Canadian context. Black family members are defined as African Canadians, Caribbean Canadian or Caribbean Blacks. This paper explores Black family members’ beliefs and experiences regarding their relatives’…
Background: Inconsistent definitions, labels, and classifications of the Black population in Canadian health research raises an important question: Who is considered Black? This inconsistency can unintentionally hinder the comparability and effectiveness of studies, potentially leading to misinformed healthcare policies, ineffective interventions, and perpetuated health disparities. The purpose of this scoping review was to explore how…
Background: Black children and youth constitute 41.9% of Canada’s Black population. Their frequent encounters with antiBlack racism and systemic discrimination in schools contribute to disproportionately poor mental health outcomes. Given the rapid growth of the Black population in Western Canada, it is critical to understand how educational policies in this region address anti-Black racism and…
Black children and youth in Canada often hold high educational aspirations; however, systemic biases, deficit-based perceptions, and structural barriers limit their opportunities. These challenges, linked to anti-Black racism, migration-related disruptions, and socioeconomic inequities, contribute to lower engagement, underrepresentation, and reduced access to equitable educational resources. This scoping review examines these intersecting factors to inform equity-focused…
Background: Cancer is a major cause of death in Canada, and Black people in Canada experience notable disparities in screening. This scoping review summarises existing evidence on cancer screening among Black people in Canada and identifies key barriers, facilitators, and implications for policy and practice. Methods: The review followed Arksey and O’Malley’s five-stage scoping review…
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