A presentation on cultural safety based on the Māori experience since the term emerged in 1990. The presentation aims to establish a shared understanding of three distinct but central elements for improving social outcomes for Indigenous Peoples: cultural safety, cultural competency and Indigenous health.
Through examples, images and definitions designed to facilitate understanding of complex concepts, the presentation draws on the findings of and lessons learned by Māori researchers to inform and guide local reflection, vision and strategies.
Co-developed by Marie-Ève Vallières and Jennifer Brazeau
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cultural-safety-training-plan-for-vocational-medicine-in-aotearoa.pdf
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