Overview
The International Indigenous Academic Health Network represents a partnership among the faculties of medicine at five universities around the world that share a focus on advancing Indigenous health priorities in medical education, health research and health service delivery. The network facilitates faculty exchanges among the partner organizations through a peer reviewed selection process.
Visiting Scholars will be provided with opportunities to participate in a range of activities that are relevant to their field of interest in Indigenous health. It is expected that during their visit the Scholar will also engage in knowledge exchange activities such as education/research seminars, colloquia, consultations with faculty and students, and/or workshops. Faculty members participating in the exchange program will be provided with office space and access to services (e.g. libraries, computer access and internet) at the host institution.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a faculty appointment at one of the participating universities; a demonstrated interest in Indigenous health in health education, health research and/or clinical service delivery; and have the support of their home institution to participate in this exchange program.
Travel
Visiting Scholars are responsible for funding and arranging travel to/from their home country to the site of the home institution. During the course of the visit, travel within the region to participate in the exchange activities will be arranged and financial supported by the host institution.
Accommodations
Visiting Scholars are responsible for securing and funding the costs for accommodation to visit the host institution; assistance with coordinating this process will be provided by the host. Accommodations that are required to participate in exchange activities during the visit will be arranged and funded by the host institution (e.g. faculty visit to a rural Indigenous community health centre).
Salary & Benefits
The host institution will not provide salary or employee benefits to the Visiting Scholar. Visitors are advised to secure appropriate health and professional insurance coverage for this exchange.
Licensing, work permits & visas
Work permits, travel visas and professional licensing requirements may need to be in place prior to carrying out an academic visit. It is the responsibility of the Visiting Scholar to ensure that the appropriate permissions and documentation have been secured prior to the visit.
Selection Criteria
Visiting Scholars will be selected by a committee with representation from the partner universities. Consideration will be given to the applicant’s academic track record, the potential impact of the proposed visit activities, as well as ability of the network to accommodate the applicant’s request. Applicants will be notified of the committee’s decision within 3 months of application submission. All decisions of the selection committee are final.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the Application Form and include supporting documentation as listed in the form. Applications must be received at the address below.
Download Application HereFor additional information about the Visiting Scholar program, please contact:
Amanda Woods
IIAHN Program Coordinator
715-727 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
R3E 3P5
Phone: (204) 975-7710
Fax: (204) 975-7783
E-mail: amanda.woods@ad.umanitoba.ca