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Together We Can Make A Difference…Join us for the Free KUNHI-YO’ “I’m Healthy” Conference

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Event Information

Oneida Nation community members are invited to the free KUNHI-YO’ “I’m Healthy” conference on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Oneida Hotel & Conference Center. The event, sponsored by Oneida Behavioral Health’s Tribal Opioid Response Team, coincides with International Overdose Awareness Day.

The goal of the event is to raise awareness about drug overdoses, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths and acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends. This year’s theme, “Together We Can” highlights the strength of coming together and standing in support of those connected to the tragedy of overdose.

“All too often we don’t talk about losing family members or friends due to an overdose,” said Mari Kriescher, Director of Oneida Behavioral Health. “Sometimes our grief overtakes us, and we don’t want to acknowledge it. Other times we feel ashamed, or we may be angry at the person we lost because of their drug use. But talking about it is crucial to healing as well as helping to prevent others from going down the same path. This conference provides a safe space for having those discussions.”

The daylong KUNHI-YO’ “I’m Healthy” conference begins at 9:00 a.m. and will conclude with a dinner and closing ceremony. There will be featured speakers on hope, healing, harm reduction and healing from historical trauma; overdose education; culturally centered activities; community resources and supports.

Admission to the event is free, but registration is required for meal planning purposes. Lunch and dinner will be provided for registered, in-person attendees. To learn more about KUNHI-YO’ “I’m Healthy” and to register, please visit the following link: https://inevent.com/en/OneidaNationDigitalEvents/Kunhi-Yo-2024/hotsite.php

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KUNHI-YO 2024 CEU Survey
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Dr. Lyle Ignace - Public Health Threats & Opportunities for AI/AN Communities in the post COVID era

Overdoses dramatically change the ranking of “unintentional injury” as cause of death in the US for people under age 44 from 1981-2021?
Centering AI/AN culture in programs and services is a protective factor to restore or preserve health in AI/AN communities.
Increasing AI/AN connection to culture and tradition is a protective factor to restore or preserve health in AI/AN communities.
Building social connections for AI/AN people is a protective factor to restore or preserve health in AI/AN communities.
In the US, AI/AN people experienced the greatest decline in years of life expectancy from 2019-2021 (early COVID years)?

What is Good Indian Mental Health by Professor Sonny Smart

I learned that all Anishnabe/or humans want to be understood and appreciated.
I learned, Indigenous specific perspectives and research on decolonization in Native American communities will be practiced.
I learned Bimaadiziwin means “The Good Way of Life” in Ojibway language.

Understanding Generational Trauma Through the Eyes of the Native American - Professor Dr. Brian Jackson

I learned that “Context Matters” “Context matters.
These two words circle true everywhere, in every situation we find ourselves and for everything we do or say, but they have a particularly strong impact in Native American Communities mental health and wellness.
All folks need to reconnect with who they are.
Can reconnecting with culture reduce substance abuse?

The Courage of our Ancestors in moving from New York State to Wisconsin in the 1820's, the Oneida, Mohican (Stockbridge) and Montauk (Brothertown). Dr. Cornelius, Ph.D

I learned that it had taken courage for ancestors from Oneida, Mohican, and Montauk to move from New York State to Wisconsin.
I learned Dr. Cornelius was the director of Oneida Culture and Heritage Department for many years.
I learned the courage of the ancestors shows resiliency in relocating and starting over.

Patrick Danforth - Understanding the Wellbriety Movement & Medicine Wheel Teachings

I learned how the four gifts of the sacred hoop can be used to deepen our faith within our cultures.
I have a better understanding of the role of four gifts and of faith in bringing healing to indigenous people.
I have a better understanding of the concept and process of Wellbriety, and how it can impact healing in a community.

Cultural Heritage - Stephanie Muscavitch

I have a better understanding of the Great Law teaching.
I learned what and how obstacles were overcome.
This teaching applies to our lives today.
Our beliefs, our customs, and how we view the things (past, present, and future). Also, inlcudes our history and things in our environment that make us distinct from others.

Our beliefs, our customs, and how we view the things (past, present, and future). Also, inlcudes our history and things in our environment that make us distinct from others.

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