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GLPH 281 Racism and Health in Canada Units: 3.00
Students explore the impact of racism on the health of individuals and equity-deserving communities in Canada. A framework conceptualizing the social determinants of Indigenous Peoples' health, progressing from historical data to now are used. Reflection on biases, positionality, and skill development to support positive change are key components.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Online Activity, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing or permission of the instructor.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze the strengths and potential pitfalls in creating public health policy aimed at mitigating racially-based health inequities, particularly as they relate to racialized communities in Canada.
- Apply a process of reflexive inquiry to continuously adapt and improve upon their skills in cultural safety, and advocacy for health equity
- Demonstrate the complexity and pervasiveness of racism as it relates to health, and develop potential personal and structural ways to begin to disrupt and dismantle these effects.
- Identify the ways in which their individual social location influences their perspective and practice as health advocate and global citizen
- Understand the importance of collaboration and empowerment of stakeholders, when advocating for positive change.