Despite Canada’s embrace of multiculturalism, language barriers remain a common experience, compromising one’s fundamental autonomy, voice, and rights. By offering accessible translation services and eing integrated in both healthcare and research, this project sought to advance health equity in British Columbia and improve the health outcomes for under-served, minority, and other marginalized communities.
UBC Student Project Lead: Riya Virdi and Lynda Li
Community Partner: Provincial Health Services Authority
Grant Type: Chapman & Innovation Grant
Year of Publication: 2025
Topic: Inclusive Representation of Research Participants, Social Advocacy, Healthcare Access, Translation Services
Keywords: Language Accessibility, Research Representation, Overcoming Barriers to Healthcare
Population: Non-English Speakers From Underserved and Minority Populations