Absolon, K. (September 2021). An Indigenous Inclusion Lens for Mental Health Promotion. Waterloo, Ontario: Knowledge Development and Exchange Hub, Renison University College, University of Waterloo.
Description
This tool starts with an overview of an Indigenous inclusion lens, with an emphasis on its wholistic approach. The tool then offers suggestions for how to use the lens and a quick competency quiz as an informal self-assessment. The main tool follows, which is a set of guiding questions for the four inter-dependent elements of spirit, heart, mental and physical. References and a few additional resources complete the tool.
Potential use
By individuals and teams who are seeking to advance mental health promotion in Canada that is sensitive to the cultural contexts, histories, experiences and needs of Indigenous communities (urban and rural). The goal of this tool is to foster conversations, planning and actions toward inclusion of Indigenous voices and knowledge in ways that are respectful and culturally appropriate.
Relevant annotated resources
The following resources provide context for understanding Indigenous inclusion as part of mental health promotion in Canada.
Learning resources about First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada
Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
History week 2021 – Indigenous history: Learning about Indigenous leaders, language revitalization, and cultures
Whose land
What is reconciliation?
Honouring the truth, reconciling for the future: Summary of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
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