Jackie Marchildon
About Jackie Marchildon
Jackie Marchildon is Global Citizen’s managing editor for North America, based in Toronto, Ontario. She is the principal reporter for Canada, as well as the lead reporter on global health, covering issues ranging from foreign policy and universal health coverage, to disease outbreaks and immunization efforts, to polio eradication. Jackie is especially interested in how gender influences global health. Her noteworthy reporting includes a reporting project on female genital mutilation in Canada.
Stories
3 Big Health Wins to Celebrate This World AIDS Day
Dec. 1 marks World AIDS Day — and we’re celebrating important milestones in global health. Read more
Leaders at G20 Summit Commit to Ensuring Equitable Access to COVID-19 Vaccines
But new funding is desperately needed to meet that goal. Read more
Global Citizen Prize Is Coming to Canada to Honour a Local Hero Changing the World
Canada’s Hero will win a $10,000 prize for their efforts towards achieving the Global Goals. Read more
4 Barriers to Accessing Mental Health Services Around the World
Almost 1 billion people around the world live with a mental disorder. Read more
This Organization Is Planning a 24-Hour Virtual March for Mental Health
Here’s how you can take part in World Mental Health Day wherever you are in the world. Read more
5 Ways You Can Make Your Voice Heard — Even If You Can’t Vote
Undocumented immigrants, people under 18, and in some cases people convicted of felonies can’t vote. Read more
Justin Trudeau Committed an Extra $400 Million in Global Aid to Tackle COVID-19
This funding will go towards development and humanitarian efforts that respond to COVID-19. Read more
Canada Just Committed $440 Million to an International COVID-19 Vaccine Program
These funds will help low-income countries access doses of the eventual COVID-19 vaccine. Read more
'I Am Greta' Film Shows the Struggle of a Teen With the Future Resting on Her Shoulders
The TIFF 2020 selection highlights Greta Thunberg’s journey from young student to renowned activist. Read more
The World Is Getting Closer to Exceeding Temperature Limits Set 5 Years Ago: UN
A hotter world could result in dangerous consequences. Read more