Reaching Out: A Guide to Communicating with Aboriginal Seniors

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Reaching Out: A Guide to Communicating with Aboriginal Seniors was prepared for use by federal employees and officials of other governments and organizations that have dealings with Aboriginal people.

It was designed as a reference tool; thus each section can be read independently. Appendices include: Using the Right Terms, Some Helpful Resources, National Aboriginal Organizations and Media, and Charts on the information needs of Aboriginal seniors and the information gathering patterns of Aboriginal seniors and other community members.

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Out on the Trail

Introduction

Knowing your Audience: Some Facts About Aboriginal Seniors

• Population Trends
• Language, Education and Mobility
• Information Needs

Cross-Cultural Awareness

Getting Information to Aboriginal Seniors

• Communication Barriers
• How Aboriginal Seniors Want to Receive Information
• Community Helpers
• Delivering Information Through Community Helpers
• Delivering Information to Community Helpers
• Establishing Local Contact

Communicating Effectively with Aboriginal Seniors

• Proactivity
• Partnership
• Personal Contact
• Inclusiveness

Proven Communication Methods

• Events
• Notice Boards
• Community Radio
• Workshops and Kitchen Table Meetings
• Clinics
• Flyers
• Personal Visits
• Aboriginal Newspapers and Newsletters
• Aboriginal Television
• Video Presentations
• Selecting the Right Medium

In Closing

Appendix I - Using the Right Terms

• Part 1
• Part 2

Appendix II - Some Helpful Resources

Appendix III - National Aboriginal Organizations and Aboriginal Media

Appendix IV - Charts

Sources

 

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