In this activity, you will gather information and make a concept map analysis of three different approaches across regions used to optimize Indigenous populations’ health.

Step 1. Research [30 minutes]

Look for information about different approaches used to optimize Indigenous populations’ health through a just allocation of healthcare resources and access to healthcare services across the following regions:

• Asia
• Africa
• Americas
• Europe
• Australia

Step 2. Analyze [30 minutes]

Select three regions and analyze the approaches used in these regions to optimize Indigenous populations, including the following components:

• Approaches related to the allocation of resources and health service provision to individuals, families, and communities
• Other methods and approaches used to address the mental health and substance addiction problems of the Indigenous population. 
• Distinct characteristics and strengths of these approaches 

Step 3. Respond [200 minutes]

Create a one-page [A4 size] concept map to show the interconnectedness of your three chosen regions in terms of their different approaches and components mentioned in Step 2. Include a 100-300 word explanation of how these approaches can be adapted to your own region’s Indigenous populations. 

Step 4. Share [10 minutes]

To share your work, click on the “Add a new discussion topic” button under this post and paste your work into the “message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).

Step 5: Evaluate [10 minutes]

Evaluate and categorize the work from one of your peers based on items A - E of the rubric below. Provide a rationale for the grade you have provided, as well as comments or suggestions for improvement. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to the forum.” You can use the list below as an example: 

Item A is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item B is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item C is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item D is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item E is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….

OPTIONAL Step 6: Interact (10 minutes)

If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”