June 9, 2021 | Bridging the gap between Newcomers and Indigenous People

June 9, 2021 · English · 1 hour · Free

This webinar highlights an innovative program at Mount Carmel Clinic that builds bridges, strengthens relationships and honors the uniqueness and commonalities between newcomer and Indigenous groups. Join us to learn how this program facilitates an inter-cultural dialogue to debunk certain myths and stereotypes about Indigenous and newcomer groups, and creates a safe space that values diversity, inclusion, mutual rapport and acceptance.

Learning objectives

• Heighten awareness about collaboration between Indigenous and immigrant communities
• Understand current issues for First Nations and immigrant communities
• Develop strategies for future collaborative relationships between Indigenous people and newcomers
• Learn the importance of creating a safe space to share cultures and remembering history

Audience: Healthcare and settlement practitioners 

Speakers

Catherine Biaya
Community Health Facilitator, Mount Carmel Clinic, Winnipeg, MB

Florence Gray
Social Worker, Mount Carmel Clinic, Winnipeg, MB

Winifred Vugampore
Clinical Social Worker/Counsellor, Mount Carmel Clinic, Winnipeg, MB