Resources on Native American Culture
Tools and resources, including books, articles, podcasts and more, addressing topics affecting Native-Americans
Self Paced Presentations (1 CEU each)
These two presentations offer an interactive opportunity to discover and learn about the impact on Native American Tribes and how to better understand the injustices they face.
Ted Talk (1 CEU)
Gregg Deal is an indigenous artist who is challenging the listener to create room for this nations First People.
Online Modules
Pride Teach-Out (5 CEU total): From the University of Michigan, this is a 5-hour mini-course that focuses on the history of Pride and what it means for individuals and communities today.
LGBTQ Learning modules (1 CEU each): From the University of Maryland, these Modules provide a range of webinars on Trans Inclusive Language and Practices, LGBTQ+ Terminology and Concepts, LGBTQ+ People of Color and Intersectionality and LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Classroom
Connecting: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression Training for Caregivers and Kinship Providers (eLearning) (2 CEU hours): From the School of Social Work at the University of Washington; This is a training that focuses on learning to support children and youth who may be questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity or who may identify as LGTBQ+. While the training focuses through the lens of caregivers, it is important to complete this training so that all children and youth in care feel safe, accepted and supported. To access the online training click this link and create a login. To access a workbook supplement click here.
"As a CASA, you make a meaningful difference in a child's life - a child that doesn't have many people looking out for them."
"Every child deserves a safe environment to grow up in, including a roof over their head, nutritious food in the belly, and an opportunity for education. I'm happy to be a part of the process by being a caring adult who can help a child receive those things."
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Documentary (2 CEU)
Dawnland is a documentary about cultural survival and stolen children: inside the first truth and reconciliation commission for Native Americans. For additional information or to rent the film click here. This is by the Upstander Project who also has other films as well as information on becoming an Ally to Native Americans.
Websites/Links for further review
Two Spirit Identity: The term “Two Spirit” is being used by the Indigenous queer community to help them claim not just their gender identity, but their ethnic and spiritual heritage, too.
Ute Tribe Website to contact council
We Shall Remain: Addresses the effects of historical trauma in tribal communities.