What is an Indigenous PHI?
What is a Public Health Institute?
Seven Directions is a member of the National Network of Public Health Institutes. Public health institutes work with a range of multi-sector and multi-disciplinary partners towards a shared mission that creates conditions leading to improved health. Seven Directions aims to support the tribal and urban Indian public health system in much the same manner, but in a way that embodies Indigenous knowledge, practices and approaches to wellness.
We are dedicated to transforming Indigenous public health practice through culturally grounded, innovative programs and services that will:
- Honor Indigenous knowledge and understanding of public health.
- Remain active, and enthusiastically seek and share knowledge with others.
- Build relationships with those who share passion for public health.
- Contribute to innovation and creativity within the field.
- Seek opportunities to understand what improves Indigenous health.
- Generate resources – models, tools, and information – to develop our practice.
Why an Indigenous PHI?
In 2011, Red Star Innovations launched a project to examine the role a Tribal PHI might play in improving health among American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. This project was borne from the recognition that Tribal and urban Indian communities could benefit from a centralized source of technical expertise, knowledge and resources in public health. Download the document below to learn more.