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“Climate change and air pollution are becoming increasingly serious, so understanding and mitigating environmental risks is essential to protecting public health. This research area allows me to tackle complex problems.” Meet Alfred Research Alliance emerging researcher, A/Prof Shandy Li, to learn why her research is so important for protecting the world’s health. https://lnkd.in/gSAp7zy8 Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine

"We believe that research cannot simply aim to moderate outcomes. This goal is no longer bold enough to create equity. Rather, we need to make racial gaps obsolete, so everyone has the same opportunities to be agents of change in their own lives." -Dr. Rashawn Ray, Vice President and Executive Director of the AIR Equity Initiative The Equity Initiative is building bridges to a more equitable world where all communities and people can thrive. Creating Connections, the 2023 Equity Initiative annual report, explores stories, data, and project highlights across key focus areas in #EducationalEquity, #PublicSafety, #WorkforceDev, and community health. #AIR4Equity