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AI, social media, fashion and leaving home — university students discuss the issues shaping their generation. What happens when you bring university students together, give them the microphone, and let them talk about the issues shaping their lives and their future? For the first episode of BriJen NextGen, young men and women from different universities […]
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Why trust and community partnership are essential to ending Ebola outbreaks. Ebola virus disease (EVD) is a severe viral hemorrhagic illness caused by infection with viruses of the Filoviridae family. Three viruses are known to cause major Ebola disease outbreaks: the Ebola virus, Sudan virus, and Bundibugyo virus. The average case fatality rate is around […]
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“Remember the difference between a boss and a leader. A boss says, ‘Go!’ A leader says, ‘Let’s go!’” – E.M. Kelly This quote perfectly captures the spirit of our conversation with Jeanne Brigitte Lehman. A visionary leader and passionate community builder, Jeanne is the founder of Francophonie albertaine plurielle (FRAP) and Black Canadian Women in […]
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When people hear the word midwife, they may picture someone assisting during labour and delivery. But midwifery is much more than support at birth. It is a model of care built around trust, continuity, informed choice, cultural safety, and strong relationships with women, families, and communities. The World Health Organization describes midwifery as skilled, knowledgeable, […]
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Her Honour, the Honourable Salma Lakhani, Alberta’s 19th Lieutenant Governor, is the first Muslim, first South Asian, and first African-born person to hold a viceregal office in Canada. While her role spans constitutional, ceremonial, and community responsibilities, it is connecting with people across Alberta that she describes as the most rewarding part of her work. […]
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