About the Young Indigenous Research Team (YIRT)
The YIRT are a group of young Indigenous researchers who have come together to work on projects that support Indigenous youth and improve their health and well-being. If you would like to learn more about the YIRT or have any questions, please email mccreary@mcs.bc.ca.
YIRT projects
Raven's Children VI
Raven's Children VI: Indigenous youth health in BC was created by members of the YIRT and was based off the First Nations Health Authority's wellness framework: First Nations Perspective on Health and Wellness. The 2023 BC AHS was used to provide a health profile of Indigenous youth (aged 12-19) across BC. Comparisons between previous survey years, as well as between Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth are also included.
Raven's Children V Infographic
YIRT members have created an infographic to accompany the Raven’s Children V report. The infographic focuses on some of the barriers faced by Indigenous youth, as well protective factors that can promote positive outcomes for Indigenous youth.
Building school connectedness among urban Indigenous youth
The YIRT's first project, a fact sheet about building school connectedness among urban Indigenous youth.
