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Yarning about the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of First Nations Women and Gender Diverse People | Online
21 May @ 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
This webinar will be conducted in a yarning circle format, offering a First Nations perspective aimed at informing multidisciplinary care (MDC) practitioners. The focus will be on supporting the Social and Emotional Wellbeing and holistic mental health care of First Nations women and gender diverse people.
Recent research highlights an increase in First Nations young women seeking mental health care. The discussion will explore implications for trauma-informed mental health care practice through the lenses of truth-telling and decolonisation.
Within the yarning circle, the panel will discuss culturally responsive MDC approaches and suggest practices for delivering culturally safe care. The conversation will prioritise strategies to enhance mental health outcomes for First Nations people.
Additionally, a First Nations online moderator will facilitate inclusive yarning in the participant online chatbox, ensuring active engagement within the yarning circle.
- Kylie Straub (Credentialed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
- Katrina Ward (Registered Nurse/Counsellor/ Mental Health Nurse)
- Prof Donna Hartz (Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife)
- Dr Kirsty Jennings (General Practitioner)
Yarning Chatbox Moderator: Dr Guy Cameron (Postdoctoral Scientist)
Moderator: Prof Rhonda Wilson (Credentialed Mental Health Nurse)
After attending this webinar participants will be better equipped to:
- Understand First Nations Perspectives: Gain insights into the social and emotional wellbeing of First Nations women and gender diverse people, and understand how these perspectives can inform multidisciplinary care practices.
- Explore Implications of Truth-Telling and Decolonisation: Analyse the impact of truth-telling and decolonisation on mental health care practices and how these can lead to improved outcomes in mental health care for First Nations people and communities.
- Develop Culturally Responsive Practices: Learn about culturally safe and respectful approaches to delivering multidisciplinary care that aligns with the needs and values of First Nations people.
- Engage in Inclusive Yarning Practice: Participate in a yarning circle facilitated by a First Nations moderator to enhance understanding and application of inclusive communication and practice in healthcare settings.
