Sámi Health and Cultural Understanding in Practice is an anthology that provides knowledge about Sámi diversity, Sámi health services, Sámi perspectives on health and illness, as well as Sámi history, traditions, and culture. The book demonstrates how professionals in health and social services can create a safe environment and secure frameworks when interacting with Indigenous peoples. It offers academic content aligned with the learning outcomes in health and social education programs regarding the Sámi people’s status as Indigenous and their rights.
The book brings together broad expertise and diverse voices; it is based on contributions from authors who have lived and worked with Sámi communities, who have clinical experience in the field, and from researchers who have studied various topics within Sámi cultures.
The target audience for the book is students in health and social sciences at university and college level who do not have a Sámi cultural or linguistic background. The book may also be useful for professionals working in health and social services who seek to enhance their competence. Furthermore, it can serve as a resource and provide inspiration and professional development for educators and supervisors.
