Building Capacity and Support Groups for Healing from Trauma in South Slave Region

Kátl’odeeche First Nation, Hay River

This project will establish a culturally safe group for women in the Kátł’odeeche First Nation community, where participants can build on their strengths, and heal from trauma and addiction. It will include a series of workshops for women who have experienced violence and trauma, based on a culturally adapted version of Dr. Stephanie Covington’s “Beyond Trauma” program. Through training and mentorship, this project also aims to build the capacity for women in the community to support other women who have experienced trauma.

Grant amount: $12,328