Advance the roots of health and wellness of the next generation: First Nations babies, children, and youth

Recommendation 6: We call for a unified and intersectoral approach that develops mechanisms, in meaningful partnership with First Nations organizations and collectives, to amplify the voices of First Nations children, youth, parents, and grandparents, to guide specific actions and investments that advance the roots of wellness of the next generation.

Advance the roots of health and wellness of the next generation: First Nations babies, children, and youth

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Recommendation 7: Revitalize child- and youth-focused ceremonies and cultural practices (i.e., naming ceremonies, puberty rites, First Nations birthing).

Advance the roots of health and wellness of the next generation: First Nations babies, children, and youth

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Recommendation 8: Promote child and youth mental wellness by breaking silos and grounding collaborative work in First Nation Health Authority’s Policy on Mental Health and Wellness.

Advance the roots of health and wellness of the next generation: First Nations babies, children, and youth

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Recommendation 9: Promote family unity by collaboratively addressing colonial practices and policies that undermine First Nation families.