Fostering Matriarchal Resilience

This research project aims to develop culturally sensitive mental health programs for Indigenous pregnant girls and young mothers. The project will create intervention strategies promoting well-being and cultural empowerment by collaborating with Indigenous communities and drawing on traditional practices. Through interviews, community engagement, and data analysis, the intern will adapt successful models like “Mama Pods” and Nato’we howin to suit Metis contexts. The partner organization, the Saskatchewan Health Authority, stands to benefit significantly from the project’s outcomes, gaining insight into culturally tailored interventions and enhancing support for Indigenous mothers. This research fosters community resilience, strengthens cultural identity, and addresses critical gaps in mental health care for Indigenous populations.

Faculty Supervisor:

JoLee Sasakamoose

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Partner:

Mental Health Research Canada;Saskatchewan Health Authority

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration); Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Regina

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