You are invited to participate in a research study examining how social and structural determinants of health influence the experiences of Black Canadians with type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes is a growing global health issue which disproportionately impacts Black Canadians. In Canada, Black adults are two times more likely to have type 2 diabetes compared to White adults. Black-White health disparities have been attributed to inequities rooted in historical, economic, and political contexts. However, despite ongoing efforts to address these inequities, limited research has examined how broader social structures shape the health experiences of Black Canadians living with type 2 diabetes. To address this gap, the proposed study will explore how systemic and social factors impact Black Canadians living with type 2 diabetes. The study will be conducted in two Canadian provinces—Nova Scotia and Ontario (Specifically in the Greater Toronto Area).
What is the objective of this study?
The study aims to understand the socio-demographics, prevalence of social determinants of health factors, and experiences of discrimination impacting Black Canadians as they navigate the health care system in managing their type 2 diabetes.
Who can participate?
You can participate in this study if you:
- Are 18 years and above
- Identify as Black (For example, African Canadian, African Nova Scotia, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Brazilian, African American, or of African descent from any country)
- Are residing in Nova Scotia or the Greater Toronto Area
- Have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes by a health professional
- Can communicate in English
What are you being asked to do?
If you choose to participate in this research, you will be asked to fill out an online survey and participate in a one-on-one interview.
The survey aims to understand the socio-demographics and the prevalence of social determinants of health factors among Black Canadians in relation to the experience of type 2 diabetes and how they navigate the health care system in managing their type 2 diabetes.
You will also have the opportunity to participate in a one-on-one interview to further discuss your experience navigating the health system while living with type 2 diabetes.
How do I participate in the study?
Your participation in this research is entirely your choice. Please scan the QR codes or click on the links below to participate in one or both of the components of the study.
Interview
To participate in the interview, please enter your email address and full name below via this link or by scanning the QR code above.
Has this study received ethics approval?
This study has been reviewed and approved by the University of Toronto Research Ethics Board. If you have any ethical concerns about your participation in this research, you may contact the Human Research and Ethics Unit, Research Oversight & Compliance Office, University of Toronto at ethics.review@utoronto.ca or (416) 946-3273, and reference RIS Human Protocol Number 48955.
How do I contact the research team?
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns or would like to speak with the researcher at any time, please email damilola.iduye@mail.utoronto.ca. You are welcome to ask as many questions as you like before or after participating.
Thank you for your participation.