Dr. Joseph Kangmennaang

Biography

Joseph Kangmennaang is an Assistant Professor specializing in health geography with a focus on the relationships between environment and wellbeing. His research primarily addresses how various environments, including where individuals live, work, and play, affect population health and wellbeing. He is particularly interested in the implications of (re)emerging infectious and non-communicable diseases. His current research explores the experiences of Black immigrants in the United States and Canada, with a specific emphasis on how their health and wellbeing are influenced by social, technological, and demographic changes. Kangmennaang employs social theories and participatory mixed-method approaches in his research, especially when working with marginalized communities to promote health and wellbeing. He aims to understand the context-specific attributes that link places to population wellbeing, demonstrating a commitment to addressing health inequalities and social change in the healthcare system.

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