The idea that only right-wing folks want strong leaders has been around for a while. But is that really true? Maybe not. A closer look at the data from the United States and Western Europe shows that ethnic minorities, not just right-wing individuals, have a strong preference for leaders who are firm and decisive. The preference for strong leaders isn't just about p...
In Montreal, a city known for its cultural diversity, there's a serious issue that doesn't get enough attention. Women from immigrant and ethnic minority backgrounds often face extra challenges when trying to escape intimate partner violence. This isn't just about physical harm. The mental health impact can be just as severe. The problem is complex. These women ofte...
Every year in early March, Beijing's Great Hall of the People becomes a vibrant spectacle. This is when political meetings take place. Outside, the scene is lively. Delegates from minority groups, dressed in their finest traditional outfits, pose for photos. This is a stark contrast to the dull business suits inside. The delegates come from distant provinces, showcas...
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of challenges to the US. One of the biggest issues is food insecurity. This is when people don't have enough food to live a healthy life. People from racial and ethnic minority groups are hit the hardest by this problem. These groups often face food insecurity more than others. During the pandemic, the US government st...
Liver cancer is a big health problem around the world. It hits ethnic minorities especially hard. Why? Because they often struggle with cultural differences, low health awareness, and not enough access to healthcare. These issues make it tough for them to manage their health and get the right treatment. This is a big deal because the tools we have now don't really h...
As people from different countries get older in the Netherlands, the care system has to figure out how to support them in their golden years. How do these people want to be cared for? What do they think is important? These are tough questions to answer. Some people from Suriname, Morocco, and Turkey living in the Netherlands shared their thoughts. They talked about ...
You might think the COVID-19 pandemic just affected how we catch colds. But it also shook up how people with diabetes get care, especially ethnic minorities. This study took a good look at how the pandemic changed things like controlling diabetes and using online or phone appointments. They wanted to find out what worked and what didn’t, so we can make diabetes care ...
For a long time, Syria's Kurdish community has faced tough times. They've been denied the right to teach their own language in schools, which is a big deal. Recently, there's been a change in leadership, and that's given them a little hope. But it's also brought back some old worries. During the war, they managed to get some self-rule, which was a big step. Now, with...
Social prescribing isn't just about pills; it's about helping people with everyday struggles like loneliness or money worries. Doctors can connect patients to local groups or activities run by cultural organizations. But for these "cultural offers" to work, they need to be suitable and easy to access for everyone, especially older adults from diverse backgrounds. A r...