https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2YFQ6tACZE
In this video, Dr. Bourassa (bio below) explains how she approaches healthcare research with Indigenous communities. Her approach to this research is “formative” and “asset” based, rather than “deficit.” Dr. Bourassa also explores concepts such as cultural safety and self-determination.
These are all important concepts to consider in conceptualizing Indigenous healthcare research and practice. Still in the beginning stages, the approach explained by Dr. Bourassa promises to bridge the gap between Indigenous peoples and healthcare systems in Canada.
Useful for higher education. I can’t see an application below tertiary.
I’ll be using this video to better frame my approach to my paper.
Dr. Bourassa’s bio (from YouTube video):
“Chair in Indigenous & Northern Health and Senior Scientist at Health Sciences North Research Institute, and the Scientific Director of the Institute of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health at the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Carrie spoke to over 100 attendees about the state of Indigenous and northern health in Canada and the inequalities that Indigenous populations continue to face. Carrie shared her personal story and provided insight into how HSN and HSNRI can create a safe culture for our Indigenous patients.”
Dr. Bourassa is part of these two organizations/initiatives: