Indigenous Women’s Program
This program encourages Indigenous women to reconnect with their culture and develop a sense of themselves as Indigenous peoples. It supports the efforts of women in reducing the likelihood that they will come in contact, or continue to with the legal system. This program focuses on cultural awareness, talking/healing circles, arts and craft workshops, ceremonies, one to one support, traditional parenting, referrals, and retreats.
The Indigenous Women's Program was established because we recognize that a large number of the women who come into contact with the legal system are of Indigenous descent. Through this program, we hope to make our agency more responsive to the unique challenges faced by Indigenous women.
The program is deeply rooted in Medicine Wheel Teachings. We believe that healing is holistic. When we nurture our own Medicine Wheel, we create balance and harmony within.
"When you heal the child, you heal the community; when you heal the community, you heal the child." - O. Mercredi
“I will use all the teachings to strengthen my life and the lives of others in my circle. I loved the teacher”
-Indigenous Women’s Wellness Participant
For more information please contact:
Indigenous Women’s Program Coordinator
Destiny Desjarlais
Phone: (780) 784-2206
Toll Free (866) 421-1175
Email: Destiny.Desjarlais@efrynorthernalberta.com