{"id":32459,"date":"2025-05-26T10:46:20","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T14:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cdtrp.ca\/?p=32459"},"modified":"2025-05-26T10:46:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T14:46:20","slug":"national-indigenous-history-month-2025-advancing-equity-in-organ-donation-and-transplantation-cdtrps-indigenous-platform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cdtrp.ca\/en\/national-indigenous-history-month-2025-advancing-equity-in-organ-donation-and-transplantation-cdtrps-indigenous-platform\/","title":{"rendered":"National Indigenous History Month 2025; Advancing Equity in Organ Donation and Transplantation: CDTRP\u2019s Indigenous Platform"},"content":{"rendered":"
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National Indigenous History Month 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n

June is National Indigenous History Month<\/span><\/b>, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and M\u00e9tis Peoples across Canada. It is also a time to reflect on the ongoing impacts of colonization on Indigenous health and well-being.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At CDTRP, we are committed to advancing equitable and culturally safe donation and transplantation care for Indigenous Peoples through research, collaboration, knowledge mobilization, and learning.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The CDTRP is hosted by the University of Alberta, which respectfully acknowledges that it is located on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, M\u00e9tis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway\/Saulteaux\/Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u00a0Advancing Equity in Organ Donation and Transplantation: CDTRP\u2019s Indigenous Platform<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

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The CDTRP is dedicated to working in partnership with First Nations, M\u00e9tis, and Inuit communities to advance health justice and equity in donation and transplantation. Through our Indigenous Platform, we are uniting researchers, healthcare providers, and Indigenous persons with lived experience to drive meaningful change and strengthen equity across the donation and transplant system.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Platform\u2019s work is grounded in four key priorities:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Knowledge Mobilization to Influence Policy and Practice.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Centering<\/span><\/b> Indigenous Lived Experience in Research.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Recruit, Train, and Mentor Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Trainees.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Develop Culturally Relevant Resources.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Share Indigenous focused Publications.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    We invite the CDTRP community and Indigenous persons with lived experience, including transplant recipients, organ donors, family members, community leaders, Elders, and healthcare professionals, to join the Indigenous Platform and help shape a future where FNMI communities have <\/span>equitable<\/span> access to donation and transplant medicine services.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Get involved or learn more by emailing<\/span><\/b> mescoto@cdtrp.ca<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    International Indigenous ODT Consortium – Global Collaboration for Shared Challenges<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

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    Led by Dr. Caroline Tait, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Health Equity and Inclusion, the CDTRP supports the International Indigenous ODT Consortium. This <\/span>international collaboration <\/span>is committed to improving organ and tissue donation and transplantation outcomes for rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Consortium brings together researchers, clinicians, health professionals, and individuals with lived experience from Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States to share knowledge, exchange strategies, and explore policy solutions that can be adapted across jurisdictions to drive meaningful, community-informed change.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    A key goal is to elevate the issue experienced by Indigenous peoples in transplant medicine to the international stage, fostering global awareness and action toward equitable access and outcomes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    To advance this <\/span>goal, the Consortium will host a panel discussion at the World Transplant Congress on August 2, 2025, in San Francisco. Eleven Consortium members will share insights on the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, and highlight local efforts underway to create change. Learn more: <\/span>https:\/\/wtc2025.org\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Learn more through educational resources<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

    We encourage our network to <\/span>engage with Indigenous-led storytelling and education initiatives<\/span><\/b>. We encourage you to explore the resources below, along with other resources as part of your personal learning.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Sacred Gift – English<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
    2. Sacred Gift – Cree<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
    3. The Importance of Indigenous Leadership for Reducing Inequities in the Treatment of Kidney Failure<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
    4. Collective intelligence to solve complex health challenges facing Indigenous peoples: organ donation and transplantation<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
    5. Undertaking research with First Nations, M\u00e9tis and Inuit peoples: What researchers need to know about research governance and Indigenous patient engagement<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
    6. Learn more about CDTRP’s Indigenous Platform<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>
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