Learning Opportunity
Exploring Wisakachihowin (Trauma) and Indigenous Trauma Practices
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Flyer| Facilitators: | Amber Dion Terri Suntjens |
|---|---|
| Date: | March 21, 2023 |
| Time: | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm MTN |
| Cost: |
$25.00 |
| Location: |
Virtual |
| Session Code: | 23-AB-202-CARC |
| Type: | Webinar |
| Focus: | First Nations, Métis, Inuit and TRC Inclusive Education Mental Health and Wellness |
Target Audience
All educators
About this Learning Opportunity
This session will explore the connection of spirit to trauma informed practices within practice. The presenters discuss trauma informed work, what it means to be trauma informed and what it can look like within community. This session creates space to explore wisakacihowin from an Indigenous lens that will honor Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing. The dialogue creates opportunities to learn through stories and build on strategies for professionals working with Indigenous people. It provides education on the history of trauma for Indigenous peoples and the complexity within our communities.
This learning opportunity is being subsidized through funding from Alberta Education.
About the Facilitator
Amber Dion Terri Suntjens
Amber Dion and Terri Cardinal are nehiyaw iskwew (Cree women) who are trained Social Workers and have years of experience working within First Nation communities in various capacities. Both Amber and Terri now work at MacEwan University with post-secondary learners who are navigating their way through western academia. They hope to inspire other educators/social workers/knowledge keepers/practitioners to enhance their knowledge regarding wisakacihowin and Indigenous trauma informed... Read more »