Join Us As We Engage in Readings in Wellness and Health from the Woman of Color’s Perspective
What Is Well Read?
What Is Well Read?
The WellRead Project is an innovative initiative launched by HUES Women's Health Advocacy Institute to promote health literacy, equity, and justice among women of color. This project seeks to bridge the gap between health and wellness texts and the lived experiences of women of color by placing the latter in conversation with the former. By doing this, we aim to create a space where women of color can engage with and critically analyze health and wellness information in a relatable and relevant way.
This project recognizes that traditional health and wellness materials often do not adequately address the unique needs and experiences of women of color and aims to address this gap by centering the voices and perspectives of this population. Ultimately, the Well-Read Project seeks to empower women of color with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
November’s Well Read Selection Honors Native American Heritage Month!
Join us this November as we honor the contributions of Native and Indigenous women, focusing on healing through remembering.
Author, Dr. Nicole Redvers, ND, MPH
Dr. Nicole Redvers, ND, MPH, is a member of the Denı́nu Kų́ę́ First Nation (Northwest Territories) and is an Associate Professor, Western Research Chair, and Director of Indigenous Planetary Health at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Dr. Redvers has had previous appointments in both the Department of Family & Community Medicine and the Department of Indigenous Health at the University of North Dakota, where she helped co-develop the first Indigenous Health PhD degree program in North America. She has been actively involved at regional, national, and international levels promoting the inclusion of Indigenous perspectives in both human and planetary health research and practice.
About the Book
The Science of the Sacred bridges the gap between global Indigenous medicine systems and modern scientific principles. Dr. Redvers combines evidence-based research with traditional healing modalities to address contemporary health issues.
The book explores various traditional healing techniques, such as sweat lodges, fermented foods, Ayurvedic doshas, and meditation, and connects them with modern scientific concepts like epigenetics and quantum physics.
Organized around different scientific disciplines, the book includes over 600 citations, providing a comprehensive analysis of how traditional knowledge and modern science can complement each other. Dr. Redvers shares insights from her work with Indigenous communities worldwide, advocating for a holistic approach to health that integrates ancient wisdom with contemporary medical advancements
At HUES, we will explore Dr. Redvers work in connection to understanding the experiences of Indigenous women, narrative, healing, and health justice.