Confronting Medical Colonialism: A Talk by Dr. Samir Shaheen-Hussain

You’re invited to a talk by Dr. Samir Shaheen-Hussain on Confronting Medical Colonialism. This talk will explore the lasting impacts of colonialism on healthcare and the urgent need for decolonization, cultural safety, and systemic change. We’ll also highlight the importance of global and Indigenous health, examine how historical and ongoing injustices shape health outcomes worldwide, and explore the role of medical students in effecting positive change.

The event will be held in person on the McGill Campus and virtually via Zoom (scan QR codes on poster or click links below for registration). Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and learn from powerful voices in the field!

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Time: 4 pm PDT | 5 pm CST | 7 pm EDT

Location: 2001 McGill College Avenue (Room 1140), Montreal, QC

Food provided at the in-person event!

Link for in-person registration:  https://forms.office.com/r/gm6KYbaPaY

Link for Zoom registration: https://mcgill.zoom.us/meeting/register/GYOOgwyJR0Sfh4Ski8H7ug#/registration

The following medical student groups collaborated to organize this event:

• Global Health Committee, McGill Medical Students’ Society

• Student Organization for Global Health, Stanford School of Medicine

• Indigenous Health Reps and EDI Reps, Student Medical Society of Saskatchewan