معرفی
Yoko Yoshida is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Western University, Faculty of Social Science. She previously held academic positions at Dalhousie University, including Associate Professor (2014–2020) and Assistant Professor (2009–2014). Her research focuses on applied social statistics related to immigration, integration, social inequality, and health disparities in Canada. She is currently leading SSHRC-funded projects analyzing immigrant retention in Atlantic Canada and refugee children's integration.
Education:
- PhD in Sociology, McGill University (2008)
- MA in Sociology, McGill University (1999)
- BA in International Relations Studies, Tsuda College (1997)
Research Interests:
Dr. Yoshida specializes in immigration policy, social inequality, and quantitative methodologies. She emphasizes the multidimensional aspects of integration, including economic outcomes, family dynamics, and health inequities. Her work bridges academic research with community engagement, aiming to inform policy-making through evidence-based insights. She has pioneered tools like the Canadian Index for Measuring Integration (CIMI) and contributed to studies on temporary foreign workers, sponsored family immigrants, and rural immigrant settlement.
Articles Trends:
Her publications consistently address immigrant integration dynamics, with a focus on socioeconomic outcomes, policy evaluation, and methodological innovations. Recent work explores pathways to permanent residency, refugee youth transitions, and cultural factors influencing health behaviors. Collaborations span disciplines, integrating sociology, public health, and labor economics.
Scientific Awards:
- Government of Canada Awards (2001–2002)
- Saul Hayes McGill Major Fellowship (2003–2004)
- Quebec Inter-University Centre for Social Statistics Grant Matching Scholarship (2003)
Advising & Grants:
As a supervisor, she has guided over a dozen graduate students in sociology and related fields. Her grants total over $17M CAD, with significant contributions from SSHRC and CIHR. Key projects include analyzing immigrant retention in Atlantic Canada and evaluating health equity measures.
Labs/Teams:
She collaborates with the Atlantic Research Data Centre (ARDC) and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Migration and Ethnic Relations Research Group at Western University. Her work integrates policy research with community data centers to address practical challenges in integration and migration studies.
