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Cheryl Aro is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Victoria. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), a Master of Social Work (MSW), and a Doctorate (PhD) from the University of Victoria. Aro's research is centered on Indigenous healthcare and well-being, with a specific focus on Indigenous Elder health and dementia care. Her PhD research examined Indigenous Elder healthcare practices related to dementia and the importance of traditional knowledge within these contexts. She is dedicated to teaching and grateful for the opportunity to engage with students in the traditional territories of the Songhees, Esquimalt, and WS’ANEC’ peoples. Throughout her career, Aro has been involved in decolonizing approaches to research and pedagogy and has contributed to various symposiums and educational resources for MSW students. She emphasizes the importance of community engagement and practical field education.
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