The Social Work Department is proud to present a special presentation entitled Trauma & Resilience in Contemporary Native Americans, located in the Green Dolphin Lounge on Wednesday, November 13, from 6:30-8:30pm, with Dr. Hillary N. Weaver (Lakota), Chair of the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Directors and President of the Indigenous and Tribal Social Work Educators Association.
Native Americans have experienced trauma and demonstrated resilience, both historically and in contemporary times. This presentation will provide an overview of the diverse Indigenous Peoples within the United States and explore how the social work profession has interacted with Indigenous individuals and Tribal Nations. The presentation will conclude with recommendations for moving forward together in respectful and powerful ways.
This evet is free and all are invited, including faculty, staff, students, and community leaders
