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The Global Alliance at the UN: Reflections and Considerations following the Summit of the Future
Every fall, New York City is abuzz when the international community meets during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-level week. …
World Humanitarian Day
For almost 15 years, I was a humanitarian worker. I spent years working as a nurse in conflict zones, post-conflict zones,…
Primary Prevention Framework for Child Trafficking
Child trafficking is one of the most egregious violations of children’s rights and well-being. It occurs in every country around the…
Children’s Rights and the Circle of Caring in a Time of War
Watching the world try to make sense of the killing of so many children in the Hamas/Israel war, reminds me that…
Key Highlights from United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and High Level Week: September 2023, New York
As the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 78 and coinciding events in New York have concluded, I have spent some time…
Social Responsibility: Working to Support Community Engagement
I recently returned to my birth country of Panama to learn more about and to participate in a Global Medical Brigades…
Fighting for Justice: Defending the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
What does meaningful involvement toward progress mean to you? In today’s society we are constantly hearing about the various laws and…
2023 Pride Month: A Call for Action
Highlights from the Global Alliance’s Impact Series It is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and reflect on…
World Refugee Day 2023
“Rebecca, please, when you get home, make sure you tell people about us. Tell them that we exist,” Ali implored after…
Improving Healthcare Continuity and Mental Health Access for Individuals who are Incarcerated
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s important to recognize the significant impact that incarceration can have on an individual’s…
Policy Brief on Asian American Mental Health: Implications for Research, Policy, and Practice
Asian Americans are the fastest growing racial-ethnic group in the United States. Asian Americans face unique practical, cultural and structural barriers…
I am not a Model Minority: Unpacking Asian American Health
First and foremost, I would like to extend a deep thank you to Samantha Tan and Gita Jaffe, my inspiring and…