Welcome to the Geographies of Health in Place (GoHelP) lab, led by Susan J. Elliott, PhD, in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of Waterloo.
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The power of water access and cash transfer programs on women’s empowerment in Ghana: Julius's critical research in his local community.
GoHelp member Julius Jebuni is shining a light on the link between water access and women’s empowerment in Ghana. His work, recognized within the Faculty of Environment and beyond, demonstrates how WASH programs and cash transfers improve health, safety, and decision-making for women and girls in rural communities.
Congratulations Rodrigo!
Congratulations to Rodrigo on his presentation at the inaugural Graduate/Post-doc Students Teaching in Higher Education Conference! Rodrigo’s workshop, focused on practicing critical allyship in the classroom and inspired by Stephanie Nixon’s coin model, showcased his innovative teaching approaches based on his research during the Certificate in University Teaching program. With over 450 participants and numerous presenters, his contribution stood out as an excellent example of early career educators driving meaningful dialogue and sharing practical strategies to support student learning.
Aging with HIV/AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review
Congrats to Satveer Dhillon for her latest publication in the Canadian Geographies! The article draws attention to a growing yet often overlooked demographic in global health: older adults living with HIV/AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). By 2050, the population of adults aged 50 and older in SSA is projected to increase fourfold—from 46 million to 165 million. Despite this growth, global HIV/AIDS policies and programs have largely ignored the specific needs of this group. In fact, the number of older adults living with HIV/AIDS in SSA is expected to rise by 190% by 2040, yet they remain underrepresented in health planning and research.
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Write-life: Partnerships for Advancing Global Health
The Write-Life project utilizes equity-centered resources to promote fair and inclusive participation in global health research. Every aspect of the project aimed to cultivate a diverse and inclusive learning community, valuing varied perspectives and positionalities among both the research team and participants. By adopting a relational approach, the project emphasized that meaningful change occurs through relationships, highlighting the importance of allyship in advancing equity in global health.
Improving Water Access through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Alexa Bennett, a PhD candidate and GoHelP Lab member, recently returned from Ecuador, where she collaborated with WASHCanada and Engineers in Action on a community-based water supply project. Working in the mountain community of El Progresso, she gained hands-on experience in designing gravity-fed water systems, conducting water quality testing, and engaging with the local Water Board.
Invisible Truths: Understanding and Responding to Issues of Water Security and Gender-Based Violence in Sub Saharan Africa
For over two decades, Dr. Susan J. Elliott has been a leading WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) researcher, focusing primarily on Sub-Saharan Africa. Her recent project, funded by REACH, delves into the intricate links between water security and gender-based violence (GBV), especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.