Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada
Abstract Globally, Indigenous populations have been impacted by colonization. Populations who have endured colonization are at higher risk of developing chronic diseases. Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission emphasizes reducing barriers to participation in physical activity and recommends th...
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| author | Levi Frehlich Ashley Amson Patricia Doyle-Baker Tia Black Dawn Boustead Erin Cameron Lynden (Lindsay) Crowshoe Kerry McBrien Yunqi (Jacob) Ji Ashlee McGuire Alicia Oliver Loretta Tuttauk Jessica Zhang Carly Checholik Sonja Wicklum |
| author_facet | Levi Frehlich Ashley Amson Patricia Doyle-Baker Tia Black Dawn Boustead Erin Cameron Lynden (Lindsay) Crowshoe Kerry McBrien Yunqi (Jacob) Ji Ashlee McGuire Alicia Oliver Loretta Tuttauk Jessica Zhang Carly Checholik Sonja Wicklum |
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| description | Abstract Globally, Indigenous populations have been impacted by colonization. Populations who have endured colonization are at higher risk of developing chronic diseases. Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission emphasizes reducing barriers to participation in physical activity and recommends the creation of culturally relevant and supportive policies and programing. Physical activity is a cornerstone in health promotion and public health to combat chronic diseases; however, in Canada, Indigenous developed physical activity programing is sparse, and those targeting women are non-existent in some regions. Makoyoh'sokoi (The Wolf Trail Program) is an 18-week long, holistic wellness program that was created by and for Indigenous women. Makoyoh'sokoi was developed by communities following extensive consultation and cultural oversight. Makoyoh'sokoi’s core program consists of 12 weeks of weekly physical activity programing and health education, followed by another 6 weeks of weekly health education. Notably, communities have control over the program to modify based on individual needs and challenges. Programs commence and conclude with a ceremony with Elders giving a blessing and opening each other to connection. The goals of Makoyoh'sokoi are to empower women, improve health outcomes, and to implement a sustainable program by training a network of community members in their respective communities to facilitate delivery. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-099707636abc4212ad418928741c2e5a2023-11-20T09:48:31ZengBMCJournal of Health, Population and Nutrition2072-13152023-08-0142111010.1186/s41043-023-00427-wSpread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in CanadaLevi Frehlich0Ashley Amson1Patricia Doyle-Baker2Tia Black3Dawn Boustead4Erin Cameron5Lynden (Lindsay) Crowshoe6Kerry McBrien7Yunqi (Jacob) Ji8Ashlee McGuire9Alicia Oliver10Loretta Tuttauk11Jessica Zhang12Carly Checholik13Sonja Wicklum14University of CalgaryUniversity of OttawaUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of CalgaryMiskanawahNorthern Ontario School of MedicineUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of CalgaryOnion Lake Health BoardUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of AlbertaUniversity of CalgaryUniversity of CalgaryAbstract Globally, Indigenous populations have been impacted by colonization. Populations who have endured colonization are at higher risk of developing chronic diseases. Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission emphasizes reducing barriers to participation in physical activity and recommends the creation of culturally relevant and supportive policies and programing. Physical activity is a cornerstone in health promotion and public health to combat chronic diseases; however, in Canada, Indigenous developed physical activity programing is sparse, and those targeting women are non-existent in some regions. Makoyoh'sokoi (The Wolf Trail Program) is an 18-week long, holistic wellness program that was created by and for Indigenous women. Makoyoh'sokoi was developed by communities following extensive consultation and cultural oversight. Makoyoh'sokoi’s core program consists of 12 weeks of weekly physical activity programing and health education, followed by another 6 weeks of weekly health education. Notably, communities have control over the program to modify based on individual needs and challenges. Programs commence and conclude with a ceremony with Elders giving a blessing and opening each other to connection. The goals of Makoyoh'sokoi are to empower women, improve health outcomes, and to implement a sustainable program by training a network of community members in their respective communities to facilitate delivery.https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-023-00427-wEducationHealthIndigenousPhysical activityWellnessWomen |
| spellingShingle | Levi Frehlich Ashley Amson Patricia Doyle-Baker Tia Black Dawn Boustead Erin Cameron Lynden (Lindsay) Crowshoe Kerry McBrien Yunqi (Jacob) Ji Ashlee McGuire Alicia Oliver Loretta Tuttauk Jessica Zhang Carly Checholik Sonja Wicklum Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition Education Health Indigenous Physical activity Wellness Women |
| title | Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada |
| title_full | Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada |
| title_fullStr | Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada |
| title_full_unstemmed | Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada |
| title_short | Spread of Makoyoh’sokoi (Wolf Trail): a community led, physical activity-based, holistic wellness program for Indigenous women in Canada |
| title_sort | spread of makoyoh sokoi wolf trail a community led physical activity based holistic wellness program for indigenous women in canada |
| topic | Education Health Indigenous Physical activity Wellness Women |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-023-00427-w |
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