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Immigration, Housing, and Health

"Immigration, housing, and health are linked, as the Canadian experience illustrates. Refugees and asylees are more vulnerable relative to other immigrant arrivals who can draw upon financial resources or family and social networks..." – By Caris Towle, and K. Bruce Newbold

Gender-Based Violence

"Gender-based violence (GBV) is a significant global public health and human rights problem, predominantly affecting women and girls worldwide across various age groups. While GBV manifests in various forms, intimate partner violence..." – By Phyu Phyu Oo

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