Indigenous Experiences in Wellness and Suicide Prevention. Event Report (Montreal, October 25th & 27th 2017)
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Abstract
[Preface]. This meeting marks a key intervention of the Pan American Health Organization
(PAHO)’s Canada Biennial Work Plan for 2016-2017, which guides the technical
cooperation between PAHO and Health Canada. The meeting was organized by the
Mental Health and Substance Use Unit of PAHO, in collaboration with the Montreal
WHO/PAHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Training in Mental Health, several
programs within PAHO and partners from participating countries.
The aim of the conference was to bring together members of Indigenous communities
from across the Americas to exchange experiences, perspectives and tools on wellness
and suicide prevention.
The meeting is an important step in developing our knowledge and understanding
about Indigenous health, wellness and suicide prevention. PAHO’s Mental Health team
started work in this area several years ago. For this meeting, we wanted to listen to and
learn from Indigenous community members across the Region on their approaches to
wellness and suicide prevention. I believe this goal was attained.
Translated title
Experiencias de las comunidades indígenas sobre el bienestar y la prevención del suicidio. Informe de Reunión. (Montreal, 25-26 octubre 2017)
Category of PAHO Strategic Plan 2014-2019
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