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Emotional Well-Being through Healing of the Canoe
Thursday, April 30, 2026 (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM) (EDT)
Description
Join us for an engaging session with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe as they explore how emotional healing can be supported through Healing of the Canoe – a culturally grounded life skills and substance abuse prevention curriculum for Native American youth. This session will provide a holistic perspective, grounded in traditional teachings and programmatic best practices, to help participants better understand, implement, and support Healing of the Canoe programs.
When: April 30 at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern
Who should attend: Public health officials, counselors, psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, youth outreach staff, summer camp staff, Tribal leaders, and others with interest.
Learning objectives: Participants will gain an understanding of:
- The use of cultural practices to restore balance and support recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
- The principles and practices of Healing of the Canoe.
- Practical steps for offering Healing of the Canoe programs in Tribal Communities.
- Common barriers to providing this type of programming and strategies to overcome them.
Registration is open!
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Pow Wow Calendar: Upcoming Native American Pow Wows