Trang Trinh is a fourth-year Psychology major in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Manitoba. As an international student in Canada, Trang has developed a deep empathy for immigrants navigating the complexities of life as minority group members in a multicultural society. This personal journey, combined with her academic passion for psychology, has inspired her commitment to supporting individuals from marginalized communities facing mental health challenges.
Under the mentorship of Professor Ojembe, Trang is completing her thesis titled Stories of Strength: Coping and Psychological Resilience Among Black Older Adults. She also contributes to ongoing research at the Black and Racialized Senior Neighbourhood Lab, where she assists with multiple projects, including Aging in a Changing Climate: The Impact on Racialized Older Adults and Exploring Preferences and Strategies to Increase the Utilization of Adult Day Programs and Senior Community Centres by Black Older Adults in Manitoba.
Trang’s long-term goal is to pursue graduate studies and build a career in social work, where she aims to apply her knowledge of psychology to more effectively support individuals and communities facing mental health challenges on a broader, societal level.