SPAL 4107

CROSS-LISTED WITH NURS4107 and MIKM4107 Indigenous peoples often experience greater health challenges and increased health disparities than non-Indigenous populations globally. Finding ways to enhance and expand the health and well-being of Indigenous populations through culturally sensitive, culturally appropriate, and culturally safe healthcare should be a priority for those working in the healthcare sectors. This course will examine understandings of health and healing from a variety of Indigenous perspectives, with a specific focus on the Mi'kmaq of Cape Breton, to increase cultural awareness of how different Indigenous cultures understand and conceptualize wellness. This course will have a strong presence of guest speakers from various Indigenous perspectives and various health professionals.