Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research

📣 Now Hiring for Fall/Winter 2026/2027!

Numerous research assistant positions at the Dahdaleh Institute are open for applications.

York University students have the unique opportunity to contribute to research which takes on real-world challenges, gain professional experience in a supportive environment, and work with leaders in the field. These paid positions are funded in part by the Research at York (RAY) program. Students must meet RAY eligibility criteria to apply. Find out more about how to apply and eligibility criteria.

Full details, including application deadline, rate of pay, how to apply, and eligibility criteria, are included in each position posting.

📋 Learn more and submit your application here! https://buff.ly/kuExSja

Applications Open! Humanitarian Water Engineering Online Intensive Course, Fall 2026

We are very excited to announce the seventh offering of the Humanitarian Water Engineering (HWE) Intensive Course – a comprehensive 12-week program focused on safe water supply in humanitarian emergencies. Participants will explore key topics including water quality assessment, emergency source development, treatment technologies, distribution systems, and outbreak preparedness. The program duration for Fall 2026 is September 9 to December 9, 2026.

Who is it for? This course is designed for aspiring and current WASH practitioners, including humanitarian professionals, engineers, and graduate students seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills in water engineering for humanitarian response.

Important Dates:
- Applications open: June 29, 2026
- Last day to apply: Monday, September 7, 2026

To learn more information, please visit the course website here: https://buff.ly/ehelBBt

We are delighted to celebrate a remarkable honour for Dr. Harvey Skinner, who has been appointed a Member of the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest civilian distinctions.

The Order of Canada recognizes Canadians whose exceptional achievements and service have enriched our nation and made a lasting impact on the world. In announcing this year's appointments, Governor General Louise Arbour noted that the recipients "reflect the talent and determination that shape Canada's future."

Harvey was recognized as a globally respected leader in behaviour change and addictions. His pioneering Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST) has become the international standard for identifying substance use problems, influencing clinical practice and public policy around the world. He was also honoured for championing digital innovation, interdisciplinary learning, international peacebuilding, and youth-led action on climate change.

Congratulations, Harvey, on this well-deserved national honour!

Read more about his appointment here: https://buff.ly/x9elphR

On Canada Day, July 1, The Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research recognizes Canada's colonial history and efforts made towards reconciliation and decolonization.

Our researchers and fellows reflect on Canada's history while continuing to contribute to real action towards decolonization through research, discourse and the integration of Indigenous teachings and knowledge in learning.

Learn more about the Institute's projects here: https://buff.ly/mALmO1W

Official Land Acknowledgment for York University
First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia, stewarding the land, the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Today, the culture and presence of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples enrich the lands and people of this territory.

More than two centuries ago, the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory, providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 and 1820, eight treaties were signed between the Crown and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, who opened their territory to settlement. Today, York University’s Keele Campus is located on Toronto Purchase Treaty, No. 13 lands and is situated on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee.

Treaty history is foundational, and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land, as we honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning, working and thriving on this land, and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation.

Did you know that the Dahdaleh Institute has a curated list of selected funding opportunities from external funders? See below for some upcoming opportunities!

Contact the Institute Coordinator ([email protected]) to inquire about internal deadlines for assistance with your application.

• International Fellowships︱Deadline: July 6, 2026
• York Research Support Grant (YRSG)︱Deadline: July 20, 2026
• Catalyst Grant: Reimagine acute care︱Deadline: July 23, 2026
• Connection Grants: 2026 Competitions (August Cycle)︱Deadline: August 4, 2026
• Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative Connection Grants︱Deadline: August 4, 2026
• Operating Grant: Data Analysis Using Existing CDN Databases and Cohorts (2026)︱September 2, 2026
Visit our website, https://buff.ly/GbsYXJo for more information + additional opportunities.

On World Refugee Day, June 20, the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research at York University continues to recognize the importance of protecting the lives and upholding the rights of those who have had to flee their homes because of violence, persecution or war.

Through advocating for solutions to improve the lives of refugees, engaging in discourse around international bodies of law, and creating tools to ensure displaced individuals have access to basic human rights, our research aims to show continued support and action to support displaced populations.

Learn more about the Institute’s projects here https://buff.ly/9mPRabO.

Learn more about the Institute’s past events:
The Changing Landscape for Global Aid: https://buff.ly/44Oh3Qi
The Global Future of Civilian Protection: Learning from the Gaza Genocide: https://buff.ly/4f6UxSA
Humanitarian Water Engineering: Priorities for Health in Humanitarian Emergencies: https://buff.ly/3zDWSbl

On World Environment Day, June 5, the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research at York University continues to recognize ecological integrity as a determinant of health worldwide, human activity as pushing ecological limits to a breaking point, and climate change as a fundamental threat to human life. Our research supports and is climate action, because a healthy planet is indispensable to global health.

Planetary Health research calls urgent attention to the human health cost of environmental degradation and invites deeper reflection on the relationship between human and environmental wellbeing.

Learn more about the Institute’s planetary health projects here https://buff.ly/qWhdplh

Following our April 8 panel, The Global Future of Civilian Protection: Learning from the Gaza Genocide, we are announcing the release of the recording of the panel as well as a recap of the event, and a policy brief produced based on the event with synopsis of key points and recommendations and conclusions for policy makers and the public.

Please find that information here:

Recap – Examining Civilian Protection in Contemporary Conflicts - Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research The panel discussion on ‘The Global Future of Civilian Protection: Learning from the Gaza Genocide’, was moderated by Sarah Khan. It brought together scholars and practitioners to examine how the “Gaza Playbook” has reshaped norms around the protection of civilians and what this ...

📣 Last call for registrations!

Join us for the seventh annual Critical Social Science Perspectives in Global Health Research Workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

📋 Workshop participants will have the opportunity to learn about new research happening at York University that uses critical social science perspectives and methodologies to understand the global health enterprise. Researchers working in this vein tend to engage directly with global public health actors, structures, and systems, using transdisciplinary, participatory, experimental or experiential methods. This year, Dr. Andrew Pinto will be delivering the keynote presentation.

🌱 Registrations close at 9am on April 30! Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/CWGct86

📣 Call for Presenters

Join us for the seventh annual Critical Social Science Perspectives in Global Health Research Workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Workshop participants will have the opportunity to learn about new research happening at York University that uses critical social science perspectives and methodologies to understand the global health enterprise. Researchers working in this vein tend to engage directly with global public health actors, structures, and systems, using transdisciplinary, participatory, experimental or experiential methods. This year, Dr. Andrew Pinto will be delivering the keynote presentation.

Have a burning research idea? York faculty and researchers are invited to prepare a short presentation to gain vital feedback from the research community in preparation for the seed grant application.

🌱 Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/CWGct86