“The purpose of any ceremony is to build stronger relationship or bridge the distance between our cosmos and us. The research that we do as Indigenous people is a ceremony that allows us a raised level of consciousness and insight into our world. Through going forward together with open minds and good hearts we have uncovered the nature of this ceremony.”
— Shawn Wilson, Research is Ceremony: Indigenous Research Methods
Research Team
Jessica (Settler)
Primary Researcher
Background: Public health research, dental hygiene in Indigenous communities, conflict resolution and communications.
Cindy (Kitasoo/Xai’xais)
Knowledge Partner, Inquiry Team Lead
Background: Indigenous governance and community health, clinic management, rural and remote community care, and youth wellness.
Cheryl (Settler)
Supervisor
Background: Health leadership education, reconciliation and healing through storytelling, trauma informed policy and practice.
Susanne (SahSen, Xaayda)
Second Committee Member
Background: Management and human resource education, Indigenous business and community development, Indigenous governance, leadership development, and facilitation.
Acknowledgement: Rachel, Savannah (Néhinaw-Métis), Lara (Xicanx), and Breanne (Settler)
Inquiry Team Support; Consultants Prior to Project Implementation
Although not officially involved in the research team, each of these individuals were instrumental in the project’s design. They provided invaluable feedback, recommendations for lit review, and suggestions for ethical consideration. Maarsii.