NEW Indigenous Cultural Safety in Mental Health: A Course for Meaningful Change

Posted on February 12, 2025

Mental health care that is culturally safer fosters trust, respect, and meaningful support for Indigenous individuals and communities. Healthcare professionals play a vital role in ensuring Indigenous people feel heard, valued, and supported in their mental health journeys. 

To support this, the Indigenous Primary Health Care Council (IPHCC) has developed the Indigenous Cultural Safety in Mental Health course – now available as a self-paced online learning opportunity!
 

What This Course Offers 

This course provides healthcare professionals and those working with Indigenous communities with the tools and knowledge to deliver culturally responsive mental health care. Key topics include: 

✔ Indigenous Worldviews on Mental Health – Understanding wholistic wellness, community support, and traditional healing practices 

✔ Historical and Contemporary Realities – Exploring the impact of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and systemic challenges on Indigenous Mental Health 

✔ Culturally Safer Strategies for Healthcare Providers – Practical tools to build trust, foster safety, and provide trauma-informed care

 

Why This Matters 

As healthcare providers and support workers gain an understanding of Indigenous perspectives and experiences, they can then create inclusive, respectful, and safer environments that support healing and well-being.

 

Take Action: Register Today! 

By taking this course, you are committing to advancing cultural safety and ensuring Indigenous individuals and communities receive inclusive and respectful mental health care. To register, email ics@iphcc.ca with: Your name, Organization, and Course name: Indigenous Cultural Safety in Mental Health 

 

Part of Our Comprehensive Approach to Indigenous Cultural Safety 

This course is part of IPHCC’s commitment to advancing Indigenous Cultural Safety through:
✔ Online courses tailored for healthcare professionals
✔ Customized workshops to meet the needs of organizations
✔ Tools and resources to support implementation
✔ Ongoing education and development opportunities 

To learn more about our Anishinaabe Mino’Ayaawin approach and additional training opportunities, visit: IPHCC Cultural Safety Training 

 

Join us in making mental health care more culturally safe and inclusive.