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Secrets Hidden Within Physical Books

In Quebec, individuals depending on emergency financial aid face the highest level of social stigma. To counteract prejudices towards them, a research team from UQAM is initiating a groundbreaking living books project on May 5th, featuring people living in poverty. Our columnist, Rima Elkouri,...

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Secrets Hidden Within Physical Books

Struggling to make ends meet and needing a financial lifeline? Participants at the "Towards a More Just Society" workshop are encouraged to share their experiences.

Facing Financial Hardships

It's not uncommon for individuals to find themselves in a tough spot, whether it's due to low income, job loss, or unexpected expenses that popped up out of nowhere. For many, financial aid is the crucial key that unlocks access to education or basic necessities.

Soaring Education Costs

In today's world, the ever-rising cost of education leaves many students with no other option but to seek financial aid. Scholarships, loans, and grants are often the needed crutch that can help cover tuition fees, living expenses, and more.

No Rainy Day Fund

When savings accounts are empty or non-existent, the need for financial assistance can arise in times of emergency, or even for long-term investments like higher education.

Crippling Healthcare Bills

Unexpected medical bills can wipe out personal finances in a flash. In such cases, financial aid plays a vital role in helping individuals maintain a decent standard of living.

The Impact of Systemic Inequities

Deeper societal issues such as discrimination and unequal access to resources can limit opportunities for some, forcing them to rely on financial aid to achieve stability or pursue education. This highlights the need for more comprehensive solutions to move towards a fairer society.

  1. Struggling individuals often seek financial aid to cover education costs that have risen excessively.
  2. In an emergency or for long-term investments, financial assistance is sometimes necessary when personal savings are depleted or missing.
  3. Unexpected medical bills can result in a devastating impact on personal finances, making financial aid essential to maintain a reasonable living standard.
  4. Systemic inequities may hinder certain individuals from accessing the resources they need, forcing them to rely on financial aid in order to secure stability or gain an education, emphasizing the importance of addressing deeper societal issues for a more just society.
In Quebec, individuals dependent on emergency financial assistance face deep-seated social discrimination. To counteract the biases towards them, a research group at UQAM introduces an innovative initiative of
Financial assistance recipients in Quebec's last resort program face significant stigmatization. To challenge these prejudices, a research team from UQAM is initiating an innovative 'living books' project on May 5th, featuring people living in poverty. Columnist Rima Elkouri had the opportunity to meet them before the official launch.
In Quebec, individuals reliant on last-ditch financial assistance face significant societal stigma. To counteract these stereotypes, a research team from UQAM is initiating an innovative living book project on May 5, highlighting individuals living in poverty. Our columnist Rima Elkouri had an opportunity to meet them before the launch.

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