Mino-Pimawatizwin: Journey Towards the Good Life Workshop

SKU#: Mino-Pimawatizwin: Journey Towards the Good Life Workshop
$500.00
In stock

Date: January 21-22, 2025

Location: Assiniboine Park Pavilion: 55 Pavilion Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3P 2N6

Day 1: 9 AM – 4:30 PM

Day 2: 9 AM – 2:30 PM

Price: $500 (includes lunch on both days and access to the Leaf)

About this workshop:

In this immersive workshop, participants will deepen their understanding of Cultural Safety and Humility in Indigenous health contexts, apply Trauma-Informed Care approaches to address the impacts of historical and ongoing trauma, and explore the shift from Lateral Violence to Lateral Kindness to foster healthier work and care environments. Participants will gain practical skills in Harm Reduction, including Naloxone use, and consider how personal perspectives influence professional growth. The workshop also introduces the therapeutic benefits of nature, including a guided Forest and Nature Therapy Walk (within the biome) to enhance cognitive, emotional, and stress regulation.

 

Target audience:

Anyone interested in the topics covered, including Health, Social and Educational professionals and providers working in or with Indigenous Communities in Manitoba. E.g. Health Directors, Program Managers, Social Workers, Nurses, Counsellors, Educators, Jordan’s Principle Workers, Community Health Representatives, Support workers. Etc. 

 

Facilitators:

 

Workshop Objectives and Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this workshop, participants will:

  • Understand the principles of Cultural Safety and Humility in the context of Indigenous communities and health care.
  • Apply Trauma-Informed Care approaches to their practice, recognizing the impact of historical and ongoing trauma on wholistic health.
  • Explore the shift from Lateral Violence to Lateral Kindness and promote healthier, more supportive work and care environments.
  • Gain practical knowledge in Harm Reduction strategies, including Naloxone access and administration.
  • Explore how your perspective can impact personal and professional growth.