The Aaniish Naa Gegii is a 62-question health and well-being survey that was developed with and for Indigenous youth aged 8-18. This measure is guided by the Medicine Wheel Teaching of Emotional, Spiritual, Mental,...
The Aaniish Naa Gegii is a 62-question health and well-being survey that was developed with and for Indigenous youth aged 8-18. This measure is guided by the Medicine Wheel Teaching of Emotional, Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Health.
In this PHO Rounds, participants will learn about this measure, its purpose and potential in communities, and how all people in Ontario can benefit from learning about a novel Indigenous Measurement Based Care tool and its importance to supporting Indigenous youth health and well-being.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Explain the concept and significance of data sovereignty, particularly in Indigenous contexts.
Describe the Aaniish Naa Gegii Measure, including its origins, components, and intended use.
Demonstrate how to apply the Aaniish Naa Gegii Measure effectively within community settings.
Evaluate the purpose and impact of the Aaniish Naa Gegii Measure on community well-being and data practices.
About the presenters: Blaine Wolfe and Teia Maracle
Blaine Wolfe (Knowledge Translator, CHEO) and Teia Maracle (Engagement Coordinator, CHEO) are Indigenous to Turtle Island, Blaine from Curve Lake and Teia from Tyandanaga.
Using their lived experience, they promote the usage of the children’s health and wellbeing measure to empower communities to harness their data, use it to make change in their children’s lives, and provide information for data-driven decision making.
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