[UPDATE] The primary goal for this workshop was to initiate dialogue on developing relationships and concrete solutions for brain health research with Indigenous Peoples. We had a tremendous response to our panelists and discussion. Thank you to the more than 120 participants — researchers, funders, institutions, Indigenous community members, and health service organizations — took part in the workshop!
It is the unwavering belief of CBRS that a robust national research strategy for brain and mental health should organically weave in the vast, distinct, and rich Traditional Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Our vision for a comprehensive approach to brain research and health honors Indigenous wisdom in understanding the interconnected nature of health. In recognizing the profound value of Indigenous perspectives in all our organizational pursuits, we acknowledge the historical suppression of Indigenous voices within Canadian colonial structures.
The Two-Eyed Seeing Through Compound Eyes Workshop will be held on Thursday, January 18th, 2024, as a culmination of our collective efforts, aims to convene, connect, and chart a path forward regarding research possibilities with Indigenous communities.
This workshop is part of our ongoing Indigenous Initiatives, which aims to foster a truly collaborative and inclusive approach to engaging with Indigenous peoples. Our goal is to transcend historical barriers and establish enduring, meaningful partnerships. This integration is not only crucial for advancing our understanding of brain research and will contribute to a more equitable and enriched landscape in the realm of brain and mental health research.
Download our workshop’s Participant Package here.
Full meeting report forthcoming.
