The Gap
Mental Health Needs and Inequities in East & Southeast Asian Communities
Canada Has Significant Expertise — but It Remains Under-Recognized and Under-Supported
The Need for Durable Infrastructure
Mental Health Needs and Inequities in East & Southeast Asian Communities
Demographic and historical context
Social determinants of health, anti-Asian racism, and health inequities
Mental health stigma and help-seeking
Linguistic, cultural and systemic barriers to access
Gaps in culturally and linguistically responsive mental health services
Canada Has Significant Expertise — but It Remains Under-Recognized and Under-Supported
Ontario has culturally responsive models serving – e.g. Black, Indigenous and Francophone communities, and community based organizations e.g, HF Care, Across Boundaries
Other provinces have best practices within hospital and community settings
