Uncovering systemic barriers related to equity, diversity and inclusion in child health research: a scoping review addressing marginalised communities.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite abundant evidence illustrating the impact of social determinants of health on children and youth from marginalised communities, their continued marginalisation in research contributes to a negative feedback loop that perpetuates health inequities. Previous reviews have identified barriers in marginalised adult communities. However, no comprehensive review outlines the scope of barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in child health research across multiple marginalised communities, particularly as they are defined in Canada.

Methods

The purpose of this review is to scope and summarise research discussing systemic barriers influencing EDI in child health research, focusing on racialised and black individuals, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, Indigenous p

SUBMITTER: Charles-Rodriguez U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12359415 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature