HEALING AND RECONCILIATION FOR COMMUNITIES AND FAMILIES
Giiwayshkodayaang (The Place Where You Come Home to the Fire)
The Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation (CKSPFN) have embarked on a transformative journey to address the profound impacts of colonization on their community’s mental health and well-being.
The Giiwayshkodayaang Program is a response to these challenges, offering a way to mend the fractures caused by historical trauma. By revitalizing language and cultural practices, the program seeks to prevent further loss and promote better mental health outcomes.
With support and funding from the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund, the Giiwayshkodayaang Program has established a comprehensive Indigenous model for health and wellness. The initiative reconnects community members to their cultural roots, fosters healing and provides alternative avenues for addressing mental health, addiction and violence. By consolidating existing programs and services into a dedicated space, the program offers accessible resources rooted in both Indigenous and Western approaches to care.
The Giiwayshkodayaang Program represents a beacon of hope for CKSPFN. By addressing historical traumas, restoring cultural practices and providing accessible holistic care, the program aims to mend the fractures caused by colonization. It is a testament to the community’s commitment to its members’ healing and well-being.
Additional Information:
For more information about the Giiwayshkodayaang Program and the Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, visit their website. The program’s focus on community-based, Indigenous-specific approaches to healing underscores the community’s dedication to fostering health and wellness through cultural identity, spirituality, and connectedness.
Diocese of London – Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation (CKSPFN)
