Book a mental health workshop
It all begins with an idea.
Indigenous people have experienced so much trauma in their lives because of first contact, through colonization and Residential School.
Our ancestors lived through abuse and neglect through their childhood years. Most were aged out and have lived many years in addictions and alcoholism. This trauma has been passed down from generation to generation, intergenerational trauma. It certainly would have some affect on Indigenous students.
My daughter has earned her Bachelors in Family Counselling and Social Work. You can book a workshop with her through my website, Jordan Dawson will share her experiences as an Indigenous student and now advocate for Indigenous people regarding trauma. Recognizing the signs and how to support Indigenous people and students. Teachers need the support for themselves as well.
Updates
It all begins with an idea.
The past year has been a busy year and it’s not over yet.
I have been facilitating workshops online, in person and co facilitating with colleagues and friends.
Ensuring that I am in a good place mind, heart and spirit, I practise self care. I go to movies, concerts and for my shukwems, spirit baths. To clear my mind and leave all of the tension and all that I may have picked up when facilitating workshops, Praying that all of it is washed off and left in the water.
Creating relationships
It all begins with an idea.
I have been blessed and honoured to have attended many workshops, galas, conferences and community events.
Starting my new job with BCGEU has put me in the position of creating new relationships.
The teaching is that we cannot do this work on our own, we must depend on those that we have crossed paths with.
Commemorative Dates
It all begins with an idea.
Mark your calendars for all of the up and coming dates to honour, host and invite community into your school.
Inviting community into your school will make your Indigenous students feel proud of who they are and where they come from.
Plan in advance, invite guest speakers and community members to support you in this work. Call them and book them months in advance as they will be in demand.