Through a variety of forums, including storytelling, short documentaries, presentations, panel discussions, and working groups, the symposium illuminated opportunities for improving patient care, cultural safety, and for building authentic partnerships with indigenous communities in developing palliative care programs.
Building such partnerships, panellist Dr. Bernice Downey said, involves a commitment to learning and cooperation, respect for indigenous perspectives related to health and wellness, and support for self-determining aspirations of the peoples.
