Institute for Research and Education to Advance Community Health

Race, Geography Associated with Worse Colorectal Cancer Outcomes in Washington Student-led study sparks initiative to address health disparities.

💭 Mentally, we're here — on the trail. Join us for the real thing! Registration for our 28th Annual SpiritWalk & Warrior Run opens TODAY!

🎉 Meet us at Discovery Park on October 19 for a 5k trail run or a free 2k walk. We’ll have plenty of post-race activities, including amazing food, entertainment, and more!

🤲🏽 Come out to support healthy Native communities and create amazing memories with the whole family. Visit our site for more details:

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This might be your opportunity to research in the USA. Put your application in now!
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🌟 We're excited to share a valuable resource to help guide your pathway into public health! 🌟

The Tribal Public Health Pathways Resource Guide, from the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board, is designed to support American Indian/ Alaska Native students at every stage—from middle school to grad school—on their journey into diverse public health careers.

Explore programs across the Pacific Northwest, West Coast, and nationwide, with details on dates, locations, and how to apply. This guide is also perfect for teachers, counselors, parents, and other caring adults looking to support Native students.

Start your public health journey with confidence! 💪📚✨

https://www.healthynativeyouth.org/resource/tribal-public-health-pathways-resource-guide/

🌟 Join us for a Native student-led workshop, "Seeing Our Native Patients," on August 26th at 1 PM EST! 🌟

Medical students, this is your chance to gain crucial skills for working with Native patients impacted by intergenerational trauma, including the MMIP crisis. Learn about cultural erasure, health impacts, and how to navigate structural barriers. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and make a difference in Native communities.

📅 Date: August 26th, 2024
⏰ Time: 1 PM EST
💻 Location: Zoom
🧑‍🏫 Facilitators: Madison Esposito MPH, Katie Wilson MS, Cailean Dakota MacColl BA/BS

🔗 Register now and secure your spot! https://forms.gle/G3HEPo9wYAfhuPm26

🥳 Family Saturday is this weekend! Join us from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a day full of wins!

🎒Claim your FREE backpack loaded with schools supplies.

🎮 Want a chance to win a video game console? Here's how:

✅ Sign in and attend both our August Family Saturday (this weekend) and September Family Saturday (9/21)

✅ Complete a medical or dental appointment at either Family Saturday

Our pediatric clinic will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for well-child visits and sports physicals. Make sure to book that appointment to secure your chance to win! Call us at 206-324-9360.

The Naa káani Traditional Medicine Program Internship is now open for applications! Please contact us if you are interested in participating in our 12 week flexible program!

If interested in applying or if you want more information, please email us at:
[email protected]

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Webinar: Rural Neighborhood Development. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. The NW Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Collaborative presents our August 2024 Monthly Webinar. Description: The disparity in rural mortality rates compared to urban mortality, known as the rural-urban mortality gap, is widening in the United States, regardless of which rurality measurement schema....

🍅🌱🍓 NW Tribal Food Sovereignty Coalition Gathering - September 3-5, 2024.
Gathering to be held on the Heritage University campus in Toppen*sh, Washington.
Registration information at: http://lil.ms/ombw

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: How to Adapt an Evidence-based Program - A case study of the SFP 10-14 +Cannabis curriculum. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join us for a webinar about the process of adapting an evidence-based program to better meet community needs. We will describe our team’s approach to proactively adapt the Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10-14 years old (SFP 10-14) to incorporate cannabis-related content. For ...

Indigenous Healing Perspectives Certificate | Native American Health Sciences | Washington State University Indigenous Healing Perspectives Certificate Help transform healthcare delivery in Indigenous communities. The Indigenous Healing Perspectives Certificate is an online educational program taught by regional Indigenous health leaders and educators. The curriculum is geared towards enhancing curren...

My kids' cookbook is now officially available for pre-sale! Featuring 40+ kid-friendly recipes for cooking with Indigenous foods. Spiral bound to lay flat.
Expected ship date September 23rd, 2024

Cover art by Rudy Black Plume, Kainai

Email [email protected] for school, non-profit, and wholesale pricing.

https://www.indigikitchen.com/product/mountains-to-oceans/

Aloha from the HHAPI team!

😃 Are we gonna see you at Seafair Powwow this weekend? We'll be there all three days!

United Indians of All Tribes Foundation's 35th Seafair Indian Days Powwow is open to everyone and completely free!

Details:
Friday, July 19: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 20: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 21: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Don't miss exciting dance specials including Women’s Old Style Fancy Shawl, Men’s Chicken Dance, and more!

Be sure to visit our table, meet our wonderful team, and learn more about our mission. We can't wait to see you there and connect!

This Hear Her® campaign recognized the importance of creating culturally appropriate resources with and for American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) people, who are twice as likely to die of pregnancy-related causes than White women. AIAN community members often experience discrimination or racism and face barriers to care including higher rates of poverty and long distance to quality health care services. The communications assets for these audiences were developed to reflect the strength and diversity of AIAN communities and are based on their specific guidance and feedback.

CDC worked with the National Indian Health Board to host discussion sessions open to all AIAN individuals and consulted other American Indian colleagues and advisors in the production of these assets.

Be the support she needs. You can help save her life.

Suquamish Elder Barbara Lawrence will be among the featured performers at Benaroya Hall on Saturday, June 22, from 10am to 4pm. Barbara Lawrence will be sharing Suquamish stories at 1:30pm, joining a diverse array of musical and dance groups from across the Puget Sound region. "Multiple stages throughout Benaroya Hall will host these captivating performances, showcasing the rich tapestry of talent that defines our community." FREE!

Details at: https://www.seattlesymphony.org/dayofmusic

Todd Giihlgiigaa DeVries is a weaver and writer of the Tsiij git'anee Eagle (Guud) Clan (in BC) who specializes in Haida language (X̱aad kíl), culture and history. He worked with Elder Woody Morrison to create a Haida language blog called “Íihlx̱aadas húus x̱íinaangslaang (We Haida's Are Coming Alive Again),” to help all generations practice and use X̱aad kíl. Follow the link for a dictionary, helpful websites, computer apps and more 💻📚: http://ow.ly/xiF550uGrGx

This momentous occasion was celebrated with the official cutting of a ribbon at the school, signifying the opening of this sacred space designed by and for native students.

Smudging, a centuries-old tradition, involves the burning of sacred herbs to cleanse and purify a space, as well as to center oneself and reset the energy around them. This practice holds profound spiritual significance for many indigenous communities, serving as a connection to their cultural heritage and a way to honor their ancestors.

Justyne Vogel, the American Indian Education Coordinator for Shakopee Public Schools, emphasized the significance of this project, which has been nurtured and envisioned by native students over the course of several years. With a student body of over 200 native students representing 28 tribal nations, the establishment of the smudging space is a powerful testament to the school's commitment to honoring and supporting its indigenous community.

The realization of this initiative was made possible through a $3,500 grant from the Shakopee Educational Endowment Foundation, demonstrating the community's investment in creating an inclusive and culturally affirming environment for its students. Students themselves played a pivotal role in bringing this project to fruition, with their dedication and passion driving the construction of the space.

Chanta Brewer, a junior at Shakopee High School, expressed her enthusiasm for showcasing the culmination of months of hard work and dedication to the world. She emphasized the importance of the smudging space as a place where native students can authentically celebrate their cultural heritage and find solace in their identity.

For many native students, the establishment of the smudging space represents a significant step towards cultural visibility and acceptance within the school community. After years of feeling compelled to conceal their true selves, this initiative signals a positive shift towards embracing and valuing indigenous cultures.

As Vogel poignantly articulated, this momentous occasion symbolizes a turning point in the long and arduous journey of native peoples, where their voices are finally being acknowledged, respected, and celebrated. The smudging space at Shakopee High School stands as a beacon of hope and empowerment for native students, affirming the resilience, strength, and cultural richness of indigenous communities.

John Gonzalez
Standing Bear Network

🤝🏽 Join the Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance and actively contribute to the revitalization of food systems and the empowerment of Indigenous communities. ⁠
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🌻 As the UMW ISKN Coordinator (Remote), you will play a key role in program initiatives, closely collaborating with Regional Mentors and assisting in the establishment of the innovative Indigenous Seed Growers Cooperative. 🌳Your responsibilities will include organizing dynamic workshops, supporting curriculum development, and overseeing ISKN communications on a national level. ⚡️⁠
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🔥 If you are passionate about promoting Indigenous food sovereignty and fostering community empowerment, this is the role for you! Take the first step and apply at https://nativefoodalliance.bamboohr.com/careers/33.
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https://www.ihs.gov/diabetes/training/cmece-online-edu/diabetes-online-cme-ce-education/

Today at 12pm Pacific!
Store Outside Your Door: The Legacy Continues with WSU IREACH’s Dr. Gary Ferguson✨

Diabetes Online CME/CE Education | CME/CE Online Education Join us for one-hour live online seminars and 1-2 hour recorded sessions that provide CME/CE credit. Presented by experts, these online education sessions discuss what's new as well as describe practical tools to use with your patients with diabetes. Sessions are intended for physicians, nurse pract...

Happy ! 🌈 If you're looking for a way to celebrate on social, download a WSU Pride frame for your profile pic. ⬇️

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Samish Indian Nation calling its people home The first tribal houses in more than a century have now been built on the Native land. The tribe hopes it's a homecoming.

HOIST is seeking applicants!

APPLY HERE ➡️ https://www.uidaho.edu/diversity/edu/native-american-student-center/academics/hoist/apply

Email your transcript to [email protected]
Submit letter of recommendation online: https://www.uidaho.edu/diversity/edu/native-american-student-center/academics/hoist/recommendations
*can also be emailed to [email protected]