# Indigenous, Local and Global Health Office
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**Parent**: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/
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## Creating the future of health and social equity.
Welcome to the Cumming School of Medicine Indigenous, Local & Global Health Office – where we work every day to create the future of health and social equity. As a leading institution, we recognize the vital role we play at home and abroad, which is why we’re committed to collaborating with communities to create opportunity, advance equity and improve the health of people in marginalized settings.
Our commitment is expressed through many forms. From partnering with local organizations on immigrant health initiatives to working with Indigenous communities to address intergenerational toxic stress; from facilitating opportunities for students to learn about the social determinants of health to offering consultations to CSM teams conducting health research across the globe - our collaborative efforts work to harness University knowledge and resources to create a future where everyone is free from the barriers that create health inequities.
By staying connected, responsive and accountable to our communities, we’re creating the future of health - better health, for everyone.
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## Spotlight
Through various collaborative initiatives with community partners, we seek to advance social and health equity both at home and abroad. Below are a few of our current initiatives.
### Healthy Adolescents and Young People
Healthy Adolescents and Young People (HAY!) seeks to strengthen sexual and reproductive health and rights programming and services by supporting capacity building at district, health facility and community levels in southwest Uganda.
[Read more >>>](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/community/areas-focus/global-communities/hay-healthy-adolescents-and-young-people)
### Indigenous Mural
The Indigenous Mural is driven by the desire to showcase more visual arts pieces which reflect Indigenous culture, tradition and storytelling which could influence policy and decision making by challenging us to think differently.
[Read more >>>](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/community/projects-and-initiatives/indigenous-health/indigenous-mural-project)
## Welcome to the Indigenous, Local and Global Health Office
Have you ever wondered what the role of the Indigenous, Local and Global Health Office is? Watch this short welcome video to find out.
## The meaning of the Indigenous mural
After months of collaborative planning, engaging with Elders & community members, sketching & painting, the Indigenous mural is ready. Follow the journey of the artists and this beautiful mural.
Sean Smith, Stingray Pictures
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## Communities we work with
### Indigenous Communities
Collaborating with Indigenous community members and leaders to address barriers to health equity.
[Learn more](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/community/areas-focus/indigenous-health)
### Local Communities
Engaging local communities to address social determinants of health and promote health equity.
[Learn more](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/community/areas-focus/local-health)
### Global Communities
Facilitating educational opportunities and global health programs across the globe.
[Learn more](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/community/areas-focus/global-health)
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## In the news
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#### [Introducing physicians joining the Southern Alberta Medical Program](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/introducing-physicians-joining-southern-alberta-medical-program)
Southern Alberta’s new medical program announces senior leadership
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#### [Dr. Esther Tailfeathers appointed assistant dean, Indigenous Health](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/dr-esther-tailfeathers-appointed-assistant-dean-indigenous-health)
Appointment effective July 1, 2025
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#### [UCalgary to host International Indigenous Voices in Social Work Conference](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-host-international-indigenous-voices-social-work-conference)
Event brings together community to advance well-being for future generations with Indigenous ways
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#### [Jayna Holroyd-Leduc re-appointed department head, Department of Medicine](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/jayna-holroyd-leduc-re-appointed-department-head-department-medicine)
Appointment effective July 1, 2025
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#### [What does ‘Made in Canada’ mean to you?](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/what-does-made-canada-mean-you)
Four UCalgary alumni explore how consumers can be more thoughtful, strategic, and patriotic on National Indigenous Peoples Day and beyond
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#### [Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancement program deepens its roots and branches out](https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/supporting-aboriginal-graduate-enhancement-program-deepens-its-roots-and-branches-out)
Revitalized by new co-ordinators, the UCalgary program fosters community, cultural connection and academic success for Indigenous graduate students
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## Pathways to Medicine Scholarship program
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