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FNHA and HSO Release BC Cultural Safety and Humility Standard
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and the Health Standards Organization (HSO) have released the British Columbia (BC) Cultural Safety and Humility Standard, a tool that will enable organizations to address indigenous-specific racism and build a culturally safe health care environment.
Joint Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Findings
This message contains sensitive content and could be triggering. For crisis support here in BC please contact the KUU-US Crisis Line at 1-800-588-8717 or visit the First Nations Mental Health and Wellness Support page for additional support services. A complete listing of support services is included at the end of this statement. Coast Salish Territory – Yesterday marked […]
Joint Statement on Preliminary Findings from Investigation of Former St. Joseph’s Mission Residential School in Williams Lake
This message contains sensitive content and could be triggering. For crisis supports here in BC please contact the KUU-US Crisis Line at 1-800-588-8717 or visit the First Nations Mental Health and Wellness Support page for additional support services. A complete listing of support services is included at the end of this statement. The First Nations Health Authority […]
One Year Since Release of In Plain Sight Report on Indigenous-Specific Racism in BC Health Care
The First Nations Health Directors Association recognizes the one year progress report from Dr. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond on work to implement recommendations from the In Plain Sight report. The report confirmed what Health Directors know about the daily, lived experiences for First Nations people. Health Directors are the voice of the community, working to transform […]
Sacred and Strong – Report on the Health of First Nations Women and Girls Tells Stories of Strength, Resilience
The partnership between the First Nations Health Authority and the Provincial Health Officer takes a different approach to reporting on the health and wellness of First Nations women and girls. Sacred and Strong: Upholding our Matriarchal Roles carries the voices of over 120 women who have shared their stories and lived experiences to represent, create a […]