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“Outdated Census definitions and poor data quality have led to a misunderstanding about the size and significance of the rural Native American population. Unfortunately, in an era of data-driven decision-making and increased demands for efficiency and impact, small and rural Native communities are often left behind – twice invisible.”
“The It’s About Trauma three-page handout and brochure provide a culturally-based overview of what trauma is, how people respond differently to trauma, and Indigenous ways of healing.”
Highlighted in this webinar is the importance of traditional, cultural practices in strengthening and building our capacity to provide effective, respectful advocacy…
“The report found that of the 18 respondents who identified as Native LGBTQ2, 60% experienced domestic violence and 40% experienced child abuse. But perhaps most alarming was that almost all had experienced sexual assault and nearly 90% had experienced two or more forms of violence.”
“IHS, in collaboration with OIG, has established a new, centralized hotline dedicated to receiving reports of sexual abuse in IHS. This special hotline provides:
Immediate connection to the OIG through a website complaint form found at the link below.
Anonymous reporting if desired.
24-hour access to a dedicated toll-free line. (855) SAFE-IHS or (855) 723-3447″
“Unfortunately, mental health disorders and access to mental health care has been an ongoing struggle for Native Americans. With the additional mental drain resulting from the virus’ spread, it’s important now more than ever to support our relatives by understanding mental health and how it disproportionately impacts our communities.”
“What does accountability mean, what could it look like, for Native communities and our ancestors and those harmed in the cemeteries masquerading as schools?”
“Please join us for this important webinar to learn how the Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition (SWIWC) is working to improve the tribal response to LGBTQ victim/survivors for tribal domestic violence programs and shelters.”
“During this session we will discuss a general overview of definitions, recruitment tactics, survivor realities and the role advocates and services providers can offer to impact this multi-million dollar industry.”
“This webinar will introduce the Department of Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign, a national public awareness campaign, designed to educate the public, law enforcement and other industry partners to recognize the indicators of human trafficking, and how to appropriately respond to possible cases.”
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