Cultural Awareness

Service Description

Indigenous 101 Cultural Awareness training is important because it fosters understanding and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals, leading to improved communication and relationships. This training helps break down barriers, acknowledges diverse cultures, and promotes equitable interactions, ultimately benefiting both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. Indigenous 101 training emphasizes the vast diversity of Indigenous cultures and traditions in Canada. It encourages participants to respect traditional protocols, laws, history, and social organization within Indigenous communities. It helps individuals understand the importance of culturally safe approaches to working with Indigenous peoples. Indigenous 101 training equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively with Indigenous peoples. It fosters a sense of comfort and confidence when engaging with Indigenous individuals and communities. It contributes to the building of trusting and respectful relationships. It helps individuals recognize and address systemic racism and discrimination. 1. Pre - European Contact Traditional Governance - Elders, Chief, Headman, Clan Systems. Traditional Roles & Responsibilities - Elders, Parents, Community, Children. Rites of Passage - Male, Female, Children. 2. European Contact Christopher Columbus - 1492. Confederation - 1867. Sir John A McDonald - Residential Schools. 3. Indigenous Way of Knowing 4 Directional People - Purpose, Values, Beliefs. Human Family - Sacred Roles & Responsibilities. Medicine Wheel Teachings - Living in Balance. 4. Traditional Practices, Values & Beliefs Language, Culture, Spirituality - Oral Teachings, Customs, Traditions. Traditional & Spiritual Laws - 4 Sacred Laws. Spirituality - Ceremony, Smudge, Prayer. *Prayer and Smudge at the beginning of everyday with a closing prayer. To book this service, please contact us directly.