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The Fenway Institute Study Finds Dramatically Worsening Mental Health and Health Disparities Among Transgender and Gender -Diverse Adults in the US

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2 years ago

June 24, 2024

Surge in anti-transgender legislation and public policies restricting access to gender-affirming care over the past decade has likely contributed to significant and growing health disparities

BOSTON, June 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — A Research Letter published online today in JAMA Internal Medicine highlights significant and growing health disparities between transgender and gender -diverse (TGD) adults and their cisgender peers across the United States. Findings from “Health Status and Mental Health of Transgender and Gender-Diverse Adults” suggest that the surge in anti-transgender legislation and public policies restricting access to gender-affirming care over the past decade has likely contributed to these disparities. The letter was authored by researchers from The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health.

Our study reveals a burgeoning mental health crisis among transgender and gender-diverse people, with more than half reporting a diagnosis of depressive disorders.

“Our study reveals a burgeoning mental health crisis among transgender and gender-diverse people, with more than half reporting a diagnosis of depressive disorders,” said Michael Liu, MPhil, lead author of the study. “There is an urgent need for the health care sector to adhere to established, evidence-based standards of care and advocate for policies that protect the health and fundamental rights of these vulnerable populations.”

“Health Status and Mental Health of Transgender and Gender-Diverse Adults” analyzed data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System between 2014 and 2022. Researchers utilized statistical models to calculate and compare representative state-level trends in health outcomes between TGD and non-TGD adults. Despite some limitations, such as potential recall and response biases and variation in data collection across states, findings from this study provide important insight into the unprecedented health challenges faced by TGD adults.

Key findings include:

Poor or Fair Health Status: The prevalence of poor or fair health status among TGD adults increased from 26.6% in 2014 to 35.1% in 2022. In contrast, this metric slightly decreased among cisgender adults during the same period.

Frequent Mental Distress: The percentage of TGD adults experiencing frequent mental distress (defined as 14 or more poor mental health days in the past month) rose dramatically from 18.8% to 38.9%. For cisgender adults, the increase was more modest, from 11.2% to 15.5%.

Depression: The prevalence of depression among TGD adults more than doubled, from 19.7% in 2014 to 51.3% in 2022. Among cisgender adults, the increase was significantly smaller from 18.6% to 21.1%.

“It is deeply concerning that mental health disparities among TGD adults have worsened over the last decade, despite our increasing understanding of the harm caused by multi-level stigma and discrimination,” said study senior author Dr. Alex S. Keuroghlian, who directs the National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center at The Fenway Institute and the Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Gender Identity Program. “The damage from these new laws that restrict access to life-saving care as well as the toxic rhetoric promulgated by these legislative campaigns is incalculable. It is imperative that clinicians understand established, evidence-based standards of care, and that they follow them when caring for TGD people.”

Findings from “Health Status and Mental Health of Transgender and Gender-Diverse Adults” build upon those of other recent work published by the same authors examining the impact of public policies on the health and well-being of TGD people.

A Perspective published by the New England Journal of Medicine provided guidance on how the health care sector can improve the health of sexual and gender minorities amid the recently enacted and proposed legislation that restrict the rights and protections of these populations. “Achieving the Triple Aim for Sexual and Gender Minorities” was published on July 23, 2022 in the New England Journal of Medicine.

A Viewpoint published in JAMA Pediatrics found that the numerous bills filed in 2021 and 2022 seeking to block access to gender-affirming care for TGD adolescents have far-reaching repercussions for clinicians who provide gender-affirming care and for the broader medical community. “Clinician-Level Implications of Bans on Gender-Affirming Medical Care for Youth in the US” was published online by JAMA Pediatrics on August 8, 2022.

A commentary published by Nature Medicine asserted that the viability of gender-affirming health care is inextricably linked with governmental policies, institutions, and structures that protect and support the rights, dignity, inclusion and belonging of all transgender and gender-diverse people. “The context, science and practice of gender-affirming care” was published online in Nature Medicine on December 15, 2022.

“Health Status and Mental Health of Transgender-Diverse Adults,” is available online here.

Founded in 1971, Fenway Health advocates for and delivers innovative, equitable, accessible health care, supportive services, and transformative research and education. We center LGBTQIA+ people, BIPOC individuals, and other underserved communities to enable our local, national, and global neighbors to flourish. The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues.

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HKU holds Entrance Scholarships Award Ceremony for 2025-26

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May 5, 2026

HONG KONG, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The University of Hong Kong (HKU) recently held the HKU Entrance Scholarships Award Ceremony to recognise the outstanding academic and non-academic achievements of students admitted to the University in the 2025-26 academic year.

Over 700 student awardees, parents, and guests attended the ceremony, which was officiated by Professor Xiang Zhang, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKU. In his welcoming remark, Professor Zhang said that the University was establishing a new AI Hub initiative to fundamentally transform the way of teaching with the integration of AI. Noting that AI development might drastically redefine education and certain professions within the next decade, he encourages students to be creative and equip themselves as future pioneers to help drive the transformation.

Benefactors of the ‘Hon Ping Entrance Scholarship for Nigerian Students,’ ‘Jardine HKU Scholarship,’ ‘Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarships,’ ‘QRT-HKU Scholarship,’ ‘Rosita King Ho Scholarship,’ ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman’s Scholarship,’ and ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Striding On Scholarship,’ as well as Professor Jay Siegel, Vice-President and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Teaching and Learning) at HKU, and Professor Ian Holliday, Registrar at HKU, were among the guests of honour who presented awards to the students.

Representatives from 11 Consulates-General, including Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam, attended the event to extend their warm wishes to the student awardees. Representatives from over 30 local secondary schools were also present to celebrate with their former students.

The students awarded have excelled in a variety of fields. They include 55 President’s Scholars. Other scholarships awarded include ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman’s Scholarship,’ for students with exceptional academic achievements; the ‘Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarship,’ for outstanding young athletes admitted to HKU through the ‘Top Athletes Direct Admission Scheme’; and the ‘Belt and Road Scholarship,’ which recognises students coming from Belt and Road countries.

In addition to expressing their happiness at receiving the scholarships, the awardees also look forward to their university life and future career endeavours.

João Davi de Morais, recipient of the HKU Scholarship for Future Leaders from the Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Digital Technologies programme, emphasised the transformative impact of the scholarship in enabling him to become the first person in his community to pursue international higher education. Raised in Brazil’s seventh-largest vulnerable community, João is a strong advocate for education for underprivileged youth. He presented his journalism work on Brazilian early childhood education at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where he met the Brazilian Minister of Education and contributed to the announcement of new daycare centres in his home state. João hoped his story would inspire low-income youth to pursue education as a path beyond social barriers, and he remains committed to creating positive change in education as a young leader.

Awarded the HKU Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship for President’s Scholars and currently pursuing the Bachelor of Engineering Elite Programme, Aryan Sokhiya recounted his high school project developing and pitching a gamified platform to address plastic litter. This experience inspired him to see engineering as a discipline that can transform ideas into scalable, real-world impact by connecting people, ideas, and purpose. Aryan expressed his appreciation for HKU’s interdisciplinary approach to tackling technological challenges and thanked the scholarship for providing not only financial support but also opportunities for intentional personal growth.

As a recipient of the Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarship and a long-jump athlete representing Hong Kong at the 15th National Games of China and the Asian Athletics Championships, Jia Wai Yin Tiffany is now pursuing the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences. Tiffany shared her unique educational journey as a student-athlete. She credited the perseverance and resilience developed through sports for her academic success and expressed deep gratitude to the University and scholarship for providing flexibility, guidance, and support as she continues to pursue excellence in both athletics and academics.

Naziba Sayem, recipient of the Belt and Road Scholarship from Bangladesh and a Bachelor of Science student, highlighted her mother’s resilience in battling a rare autoimmune disease as the inspiration behind her pursuit of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at HKU. Despite financial constraints, her parents’ unwavering support for her education encouraged Naziba to remain ambitious and hopeful. As a Belt and Road Scholar, she is proud to represent her country and the spirit of the initiative. Naziba hopes to leverage her education at HKU to contribute to research in Bangladesh and inspire others to overcome challenges, pursue their dreams, and further the values of global cooperation.

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MSEED and SCOPE Global Skills University Sign Strategic Partnership to Shape the Future of Experiential Marketing Education

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May 5, 2026

MUMBAI, India and BHOPAL, India, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Premium education institute MSEED (The Management School of Events and Experience Design) today partnered with SCOPE Global Skills University, Bhopal, to introduce a two-year MBA in Event Management and Experiential Marketing.

Besides boosting students academically, this association intends to equip them with the evolving demands of events and the experiential marketing ecosystem. Furthermore, the collaboration will be fueled by industry expertise and academic structure, helping students build a career in the fast-growing fields of events, entertainment, and experiential marketing.

At a time when experiential marketing is ‘evolving from a tactical activation to a strategic growth engine for brands’, this collaboration serves right.

Speaking on this exclusive partnership between MSEED and SCOPE, Joshua Newman, Vice-President – Marketing & Partnerships, MSEED, said, “Our focus has always been on outcomes, not just education. This partnership allows us to extend that vision by working with SCOPE Global Skills University to create a program that prepares students for real careers. From curriculum to classroom delivery and industry exposure, every aspect is designed to ensure that students graduate with confidence, clarity, and practical experience.”

The MBA program is designed to:

Provide a recognized postgraduate qualification with a specialized focusBuild practical skills through real-world projects and case studiesOffering industry interaction, mentorship, and exposureSupport students with internship and placement opportunities

Dr. Vijay Singh, Vice Chancellor of SGSU, hailed the launch as a landmark moment for the city. “This is a remarkable event not just for our university, but for the city of Bhopal. We are witnessing a paradigm shift in how specialized education is delivered in Madhya Pradesh. By launching this MBA in Event Management, we are providing our youth with a platform to master the art of execution, creativity, and management right here in their home state,” he said.

The partnership was formally cemented through the signing of an agreement between the two institutions in the esteemed presence of Mangubhai C. Patel, the current and 19th Governor of Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of industry-integrated education in India.

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MSEED, a part of EVA Group, India’s one of the largest live event companies, and backed by 200 odd industry veterans, the institute brings with it deep-rooted industry expertise and real-world insights. It is a creative business institute designed for the next generation of storytellers, strategists, producers, and brand builders. The mission is not just to prepare students for jobs, but to lead industries.

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ADECCO GROUP DIVIDEND 2026: ANNOUNCEMENT OF FINAL TERMS

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May 5, 2026

AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange

Group press release

Scrip dividend take-up rate of 53.01%Reference share price of CHF 18.02, with an issue price of CHF 16.945,268,324 new shares to be issued

ZURICH, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Adecco Group’s Annual General Meeting, held on April 15, 2026, offered its shareholders the option to receive the 2025 dividend in cash or in new Adecco Group shares.

The Adecco Group announces today that 53.01% of the dividend for the financial year 2025 was elected to be paid in the form of new Adecco Group AG shares, while the remaining 46.99% will be paid out in cash.

The reference share price was set at CHF 18.02, based on the daily volume-weighted average price of existing Adecco Group AG shares traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange between April 21, 2026 and May 4, 2026. The issue price of the new shares of CHF 16.94, was set at a 6.0% discount to the reference share price, resulting in a conversion ratio of 16.940.

5,268,324 new Adecco Group AG shares will be issued through a capital increase for the scrip dividend. The delivery of new shares and the total CHF 79 million cash dividend payment is planned for May 7, 2026.

Denis Machuel, Adecco Group CEO, commented:

“We are pleased with the take-up of our scrip dividend and thank our shareholders for their partnership and support of the Group’s strategy. We remain focused on ensuring an attractive and sustainable dividend policy, delivering attractive returns to our shareholders while retaining financial flexibility to invest in our competitive differentiators and prioritize deleveraging.”

Adecco Group will be reporting its first quarter results on May 13, 2026.

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent and technology expertise company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH – across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power the Smart Industry transformation and empower organizations to optimize their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to fostering sustainable employability and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).

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