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Not Yet Equal (the Sequel): Results of the BC Adolescent Health Survey

Not Yet Equal (the Sequel): Results of the BC Adolescent Health Survey

Not Yet Equal (the Sequel): Results of the BC Adolescent Health Survey provides a profile of the health LGBTQ youth in British Columbia (BC). The report is a collaboration between researchers at SARAVYC and the McCreary Centre Society and uses data from the 2018 BC Adolescent Health Survey (BC AHS), which is one of the […]

Gender-Diverse: A Spotlight on the Health of Trans and Non-Binary Young People in B.C.

Gender-Diverse: A Spotlight on the Health of Trans and Non-Binary Young People in B.C.

Gender-Diverse: A Spotlight on the Health of Trans and Non-Binary Young People in B.C. provides a profile of the health of gender-diverse youth in British Columbia (BC). The report uses data from the 2018 BC Adolescent Health Survey (BC AHS), which is one of the most reliable, comprehensive health surveys of adolescents ages 12–19 in public schools in BC.

Fifteen-year trends in self-reported racism and link with health and well-being of African Canadian adolescents: a secondary data analysis

Fifteen-year trends in self-reported racism and link with health and well-being of African Canadian adolescents: a secondary data analysis

We assessed the prevalence and trends in racial discrimination among African Canadian adolescents in British Columbia. The association between racial discrimination and self-rated health, access to mental health services, substance use, suicidal thoughts and attempts, experience of extreme stress, among others were examined within the 2018 dataset.

Today We Honour Orange Shirt Day

Today We Honour Orange Shirt Day

Today is Orange Shirt Day, a day to “honour the children who survived the Indian residential schools and remember those who didn’t.” It’s important that we bring awareness to Orange Shirt Day today and that we work every day to acknowledge and learn about health equity for Indigenous and Two-Spirit youth.

The link between LGBTQ-supportive communities, progressive political climate, and suicidality among sexual minority adolescents in Canada

The link between LGBTQ-supportive communities, progressive political climate, and suicidality among sexual minority adolescents in Canada

Despite supportive structural changes to reduce stigma towards lesbian, gay, and bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) Canadian residents, sexual minority youth still face disparities compared to heterosexual peers. We aimed to characterize LGBTQ-supportive environments and political climates, and examine their links to suicidal behavior among sexual minority adolescents in western Canada.

Hormone therapy decision-making processes: Transgender youth and parents

Hormone therapy decision-making processes: Transgender youth and parents

This study explored how transgender (trans) youth and parents of trans youth made decisions around hormone therapy initiation as well as trans youth experiences of barriers to care.

Out at Home: Video Resource

Out at Home: Video Resource

A video resource to support East Asian lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth and their families. Available in Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, and English. The series features three videos, each with a specific action that parents can take to support their teen’s sexual orientation.  

LGBTQ+ Students in Ontario: 12 Evidence-Based Facts

LGBTQ+ Students in Ontario: 12 Evidence-Based Facts

This fact sheet presents research findings about 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their cisgender and heterosexual peers in Ontario, Canada, and beyond.

Out at Home: Brochure Resource

Out at Home: Brochure Resource

A brochure to support East Asian lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth and their families. Available in English, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

Importance of Family Well-being for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual East Asian Youth

Importance of Family Well-being for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual East Asian Youth

The following infographic shows key findings from the research into health outcomes among LGB East Asian youth and the role family can play in supporting their well-being. The download is available in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

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