Ocanku duta amani: Paths to living well for aboriginal youth

Abstract

Numerous publications and reports have shown that the health status of young Aboriginal Canadians is lower than that of non-Aboriginal Canadians the same age. Although this disparity highlights a challenge, current research suggests building on the strengths of Aboriginal youth and their communities is more effective than reflecting on problems and deficits. This research will seek the perspectives of Aboriginal on-reserve youth about their "paths to being and becoming well". A select group of on-reserve youth in Saskatchewan will explore the meaning and strategies to being well in a holistic context using sharing circles and photovoice. The youth will also develop an interactive activity through which they will share their knowledge and experiences with other Aboriginal on-reserve youth. 

Research Team

Pammla Petrucka (Principal Investigator)

Bonnie Jeffery (Co-Investigator)

Sandra Bassendowski, University of Saskatchewan Nursing (Co-Investigator)

Louise Racine, University of Saskatchewan Nursing (Co-Investigator)

Marlene Smadu, University of Saskatchewan Nursing (Co-Investigator)