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Sedanah Qwai

Sedanah Qwai is a freelance journalist in Ottawa, originally born in the United Arab Emirates where she lived for 10 years before immigrating to Canada. She currently attends Carleton University’s School of Journalism and reports on social and cultural issues.

mental health
June 2, 2021
COVID-19/Health/Top Stories/Youth

Pandemic Affecting Mental Health of BIPOC Children

As parents battle with ongoing lockdown, the mental health of BIPOC children is increasingly affected. Lack of physical boundaries between home, school

vaccine
May 11, 2021
COVID-19/Health

Ontario’s Vaccine Prioritization Leaves Students in the Cold

As Ontario works through phase three of its vaccination plan, the priority to vaccinate Gen Z (18 to 24 years of age)

April 23, 2021
Arts & Culture/COVID-19/Top Stories

Mosque Restrictions Inspire Muslims to Find New Ways to Celebrate Ramadan

Canadian Muslims are celebrating Ramadan differently this year. Sedanah Qwai reports on adaptations for this 30-day spiritual fasting that typically revolves around

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