Notes
Community organizations: n/a
Future research / gaps identified:
Research the perspective of the children themselves, rather than just their parents.
Integration timeline: 8 years or less post-arrival
Key findings:
African immigrant parents shared 6 themes that they perceived as mental health determinants for their children:
1) Racism
2) Limited mental health awareness
3) Limited access to mental health supports
4) Changing family dynamics
5) Parental absence
6) Trauma
Key recommendations:
1) Address income inequities for African immigrant families (e.g. improve credential recognition in Canada).
2) Create early intervention mental health programs in schools that also address racism and racial profiling.
3) Advocate for policy improvements regarding mental health access, trauma-informed care, income equity and gender equity.
Location: Alberta, not otherwise specified
Key populations: African immigrant parents in Alberta who had at least 1 child that was 18 years old or younger
