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Brining it together: Public health, environmental stewardship and food security at the poarch band of creek indians

Monday, November 4, 2013 : 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Ralph McCullers, MPA , Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Atmore, AL
During this presentation, we will provide a brief overview of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and then discuss the interface and importance of health, the environment, and food on tribal lands. We will also showcase current tribal projects, such as the community garden, pollinators, and aquaculture.

Learning Areas:
Diversity and culture
Environmental health sciences
Public health or related public policy

Learning Objectives:
Discuss the interface of health, the environment, and food on tribal lands. Describe current tribal environmental health projects, such as the Poarch Band of Creek Indians' community garden, pollinator, and aquaculture projects. Explain the importance of sacredness of place

Keywords: American Indians, Access and Services

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I serve as the Tribal Environmental Director for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians in Alabama. I have a master's in public administration.
Any relevant financial relationships? No

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

Back to: 3110.1: Showcasing Sacredness of Place: Environmental Public Health Priorities in Indian Country
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