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November 4, 2020
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The “Weaving Our Wisdoms” (WOW) Study: Using lessons from being on the land Approach to Optimize Whole-istic Health among Indigenous People Living with HIV
WOW Study Research Coordinator Job Posting As a partnership between the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network, the University of Toronto and Indigenous People living with HIV (IPHAs), this 3-phase study will develop, investigate and disseminate lessons from being on the land which is designed to optimize wellness and “whole”-istic health among Indigenous people living with HIV (IPHAs). During phase 1, we used Indigenous and community-based research principles to develop a land-based approach to wellness for IPHAs, specifically with First Nations people living in western Canada. In phase 2, we are investigating how IPHAs perceive being on the land as a way to build capacity to optimize their whole-istic wellness. We are currently in the middle of phase 2, which involves using participatory analysis to interpret and reflect on data collected during phase 1. In phase 3, we will use what we’ve learned from the Indigenous approaches we have explored in order to “weave our wisdoms” with others across Canada (e.g., by expanding to include Métis and Inuit communities) to explore the transferability of lessons from this land-based approach to other Indigenous communities. The WOW Research Coordinator has an integral role to play in this research project, including supporting the research team, Community Research Associates and the WOW Steering Committee who guide this study. The WOW Research Coordinator will ideally be located in Saskatoon, Toronto or Halifax, but this is flexible with the right candidate. Weekly meetings will occur with the Nominated Principal Investigator to support the Research Coordinator and the project overall. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel (occasionally on evenings and weekends too), if government restrictions are lifted during this study and if in-person processes are deemed safe for all involved. Key Duties and Responsibilities: ➢ Coordinate a large team in a multi-year project; ➢ Facilitate communication and coordination between team members and between team and community members; ➢ Assist in engaging Indigenous people living with HIV; ➢ Assist with data collection/entry/analysis; ➢ Assist with ethics application processes; ➢ Plan and coordinate logistics for the project (e.g., travel, arrange meetings); ➢ Contribute to capacity building opportunities; ➢ Lead knowledge translation activities (e.g., conference or community presentations); ➢ Perform all reporting requirements required by the project and funding agency; ➢ Other duties as required of this position. Qualifications: ➢ A graduate degree in social sciences, health sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent work and life experience; ➢ Must have experience in Indigenous community-based health research; ➢ Understanding and knowledge of the Indigenous HIV/AIDS epidemic in Canada; ➢ Knowledge of community-based research, Indigenous and decolonizing methodologies; ➢ Experience conducting literature reviews, data collection, university ethics applications and writing for both research and community audiences; ➢ Experience with participatory and community-based participatory analysis; ➢ Excellent organizational skills; ➢ Strong ability to analyze and translate research results effectively; ➢ Apply open-minded attitudes/respect toward individuals from varying walks of life; ➢ Excellent verbal and written communication (ability to speak French or an Indigenous language are considered to be assets); ➢ Ability to communicate virtually over a variety of platforms. *Priority will be given to an Indigenous person, with preference of hiring someone who is living with HIV . To apply, please email a cover letter and resume or CV to sherrip@caan.ca by November 30, 2020 at 4pm CST. Please address your cover letter to Sherri Pooyak. | ||
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October 22, 2020
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Atlantic Indigenous Mentorship Network
Emergency Relief Bursary for COVID-19 The Atlantic Indigenous Mentorship Network is aware that the current COVID-19 pandemic may be impacting our trainees and early career investigators in a variety of ways. This Emergency Relief Bursary is for trainees (this includes Undergraduates, Masters, PhD, and Post-Doc students), along with Early Career Investigators who have been impacted by the current COVID-19 Pandemic. Students who are already enrolled in a program or are accepted into a program for Winter 2021 are eligible to apply. Funding amounts between $500-$1,000 (amount awarded will depend on the number of applicants) are available for Indigenous trainees and early career investigators who express a need through the current pandemic. Priority will be given to individuals who are undertaking Indigenous health research that serves to benefit Indigenous communities in Atlantic Canada. Limited funds are available. *This funding can be used for but is not limited to: necessities to support housing and subsistence, academic enrolment, home office or technology, childcare, acquiring and/or caring for a pet, registration costs for any personal support resources such as wellness, mental health and physical activity workshops, or learning courses including traditional language or craft classes.
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August 13, 2020
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July 8, 2020
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Doing Community-Based Research in the Context of COVID-19
An amazing article from the Pacific AIDS Network on the impacts the pandemic has had on community-based research and researchers. https://pacificaidsnetwork.org/2020/07/02/cbr-context-of-covid-19/ |
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May 12, 2020
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CAHR 2020 Roadmap
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April 20, 2020
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A message from The Well Living House Team
We're continuing to create factsheets during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that clinically-accurate and Indigenous-specific messaging is shared in our urban communities. Our latest factsheet covers COVID-19 symptom prevalence and information about getting tested. But, we need your help getting these messages out! Can you:
Nia:wen / Miigwetch / Marsee / ᖁᔭᓐᓇᒦᒃ (Qujannamiik) / Thank You! | ||
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March 24, 2020
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March 17, 2020
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CAAN's public statement on COVID-19
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March 13, 2020
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SUMMARY OF ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to and supervised by the Project Coordinator, the Interviewer/ Outreach Worker operates as a member of a multidisciplinary, collaborative research team. The Interviewer recruits and prescreens potential participants, conducts structured interviews of eligible research participants enrolled in relevant project; and assists in data collection, data cleaning, and data entry resulting from interviews. The Interviewer/ Outreach Worker also performs outreach activities and connects people with community services as needed. The SHAWNA project is a community-based research project focused on the experiences of cis and trans women living with HIV in accessing and navigating care, housing, social and legal supports. The project is committed to ‘GIPA/MEPA’ principles of greater and meaningful involvement and engagement of people living with HIV. STARTING WAGE: $20 - $23/hour
STATUS: Temporary Part-Time, 1-2 days per week If interested, please submit a copy of your cover letter and CV to HR@cgshe.ubc.ca | ||||
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December 1, 2019
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The Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN) names Margaret Kisikaw Piyesis as Chief Executive Officer
Effective December 1, 2019, Margaret Kisikaw Piyesis will step into the role of CEO of CAAN. The organization’s Board of Directors and acting CEO Renée Masching are very pleased to make this announcement following a nationally advertised search and competitive round of applications.
Margaret is of Cree ancestry from Treaty Four Territory on land now called Saskatchewan. She stands strong in her Indigeneity, gives gratitude to the Creator and her Ancestors and is celebrating 20+ years of responding to HIV, HCV and colonial impacts among Indigenous communities through culture, ceremony, humour, and Indigenous ways. Margaret has an impressive array of experience with a wide range of understanding and knowledge that will greatly benefit CAAN and its staff. We are looking forward to the new knowledge and new skills that Ms. Kisikaw Piyesis will bring to the organization as we move forward. |
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November 4, 2019
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Article on the AHA Centre:
5 Questions with Sherri Pooyak, PAN Affiliated Researcher and Community-Based Research Manager with the AHA Centre https://pacificaidsnetwork.org/2019/10/28/5-questions-with-sherri-pooyak/ |
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July 31, 2019
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Weaving Our Wisdoms (WoW): a project of CAAN
www.weavingourwisdoms.com Weaving our Wisdoms (WoW) is a multi-year, multi-stakeholder initiative that supports Indigenous people living with HIV and AIDS by supporting connections to land-based teachings delivered by HIV Olders. The WoW project began with three British Columbian-based HIV Olders who came from Nations in the west and east of the province. Together with the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN), they initiated and continue to guide this journey to support the ‘rising up’ of the Indigenous HIV community. To learn more about this project, please visit: weavingourwisdoms.com |
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July 25, 2019
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The Feast Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research has been awarded federal funding!
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July 18, 2019
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Government Of Canada Five-Year Action Plan On Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBI)
https://canada.ca/en/public-health/services/reports-publications/accelerating-our-response-five-year-action-plan-sexually-transmitted-blood-borne-infections.html
https://canada.ca/en/public-health/services/reports-publications/accelerating-our-response-five-year-action-plan-sexually-transmitted-blood-borne-infections/document.html The Action Plan sets out the Government of Canada’s priorities over the next five years to contribute to achieving the strategic goals set out in the Pan-Canadian STBBI Framework for Action that was launched by federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Health in June 2018.
The hope is that this Action Plan will play an important role in galvanizing Canada’s efforts toward implementation of the Pan-Canadian STBBI Framework for Action and reaching the global targets of eliminating AIDS, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections as public health concerns by 2030. |
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