One Health: The interlink between health, environment, and Traditional Ways

The United Nations' One Health concept resonate deeply with Indigenous community's holistic ways of living, which are intricately connected to the land, its resources and knowledge systems.

This year's symposium explores the intersection of the environment, health, and traditional cultural practices, offering insight into how Indigenous Cultural Knowledges are critical in maintaining harmony between human, animal and environmental systems for optimal health.

This year we are excited to post experts from across the globe including:

Professor Anne Poelina
Speaking topic: : ‘Waking up the Snake’ – One Health concept for human and non-human kin.

Associate Professor Jeffrey Ansloos, Ph.D. C.Psych
Speaking topic: Water Justice and suicide

Associate Professor Moana Waitoki, PhD
Speaking topic: Traditional ways and determinants of health

Associate Professor Mark Standing Eagle Baez Ph.D., LSP. LADC, CCBT, MS/MA
Speaking topic: Developing and integrating culturally responsive approaches: the Sweetgrass Method

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This event is co-funded by the School of Medicine and Psychology Indigenous Health Unit.

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