NWAC Diabetes Action Plan

NWAC Diabetes Action Plan – Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Aboriginal Woman, An Action Plan The intent of the NWAC Diabetes Action Plan is to provide NWAC with strategies designed to reach Aboriginal women who may or may not have access to Internet technology and inform them of measures and best practices to undertake in the prevention of diabetes Type 2. This includes Aboriginal women who live on-reserve, in rural areas, and in cities. The term “Aboriginal” is intended to be inclusive, and is respectful of the distinct cultures that exist among Aboriginal groups, specifically First Nations, Métis and Inuit. NWAC’s holistic approach for the prevention of diabetes Type 2 includes a teaching / learning tool, and a Model to Raise Awareness and Knowledge in the Prevention of Diabetes. Action Plan (PDF), Personal Supplement (PDF)

NWAC Diabetes Model

This Model is a teaching and/or learning tool. Individuals, groups, communities or organizations can use it to learn about Type 2 diabetes prevention. For example, in the Physical realm, a key message states that diabetes can be managed effectively, pointing to specific actions to assist Aboriginal women in managing the effects of the disease. Similarly, a key message for women without diabetes in the Emotional/Mental realm is “respect and listen to your body. Diabetes can be discovered early and managed effectively.” Specific actions follow that are intended to inform the reader of methods of the early detection.

NWAC Diabetes Toolkit

During the development of the NWAC Diabetes Action Plan and Model, Aboriginal women provided insight into their unique needs in the home and community. They called for gender specific, culturally relevant tools and resources that are easy to understand, and easily incorporated into their everyday lives. Over the next several months, we hope to develop a Toolkit to meet these needs.