The Annual Health Equity Summit, hosted by CASSA, is dedicated to addressing health disparities that disproportionately affect marginalized communities, with a particular focus on South Asian and other racialized groups. Over a decade, we have explored a diverse range of pressing health topics, covering areas such as chronic diseases, mental health & addiction, sexual health, social determinants of health, policy-making, advocacy, and best practices.
The theme of the 12th Annual Health Equity Summit is “South Asian Youth Perspective on Health Equity & Inclusion." This year’s Summit will be held in partnership with Centennial College and United Way Greater Toronto.
In today's rapidly evolving world, ensuring health equity and fostering inclusivity have become paramount, particularly when it comes to addressing the needs of youth aged 16-30. It is essential to recognize the unique experiences, challenges, and perspectives of diverse youth populations, including individuals with mental health and disabilities, youth experiencing homelessness, and international students. By engaging in open and inclusive discussions that amplify their voices, we can work towards addressing the existing disparities in health support, promoting overall well-being, and ultimately building a more equitable and compassionate society that uplifts all members of the youth population.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
- Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Location: Centennial College Progress Campus Event Centre - 937 Progress Ave, Scarborough, ON M1G 3T8
Parking:
- Parking is available in Lots 2 and 3, located on the north and northeast side of the building.
- Obtain a ticket from the machine to open the parking gate.
- During your event registration, your convenor will provide you with a parking voucher.
- Upon exit, insert your original ticket. When prompted to pay, insert the parking voucher provided by the organizers of the event and the gate will open.
Agenda
[9:30 - 10:00 AM] Registration, breakfast, & networking
[10:00 - 10:15 AM] Opening remarks
[10:15 - 11:15 AM] Keynote session
- Amrit Parhar — Youth as Catalysts for Change: Amplifying South Asian Voices in Health Equity
[11:15 AM - 12:30 PM] Lunch, roundtable, & networking
[12:30 - 2:00 PM] Breakout sessions
- Summayah Poonah — Journey to Breaking Stigma, Building Resilience: Advancing Health Equity for Youth with Mental Health and Disabilities
- Dr. Shivajan Sivapalan & Sejal Katyal — Inclusion without Borders: Advancing Health Equity for International Students
- Dr. Naomi Thulien — Beyond the Streets: Advancing Health Equity for Youth Experiencing Homelessness
[2:00 - 2:30 PM] Mindfullness break & snack
[2:30 - 3:50 PM] Plenary session
- Almeera Khalid, Eraj Waqar, Fairuz Karim, & Manvir Bhangu — Cultivating Youth Leadership: Empowering South Asian Youth for Health Equity Advocacy
[3:50 - 4:00 PM] Closing remarks
*Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided. All meals are Halal.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mahdiba Chowdhury (mahdiba@cassa.on.ca).
