Mino Pimawatizwin – Journey Toward the Good Life Workshop

Strengthening Wholistic Wellness in Indigenous Community Health

In this immersive workshop, participants will deepen their understanding of Cultural Safety and Humility in Indigenous health contexts, apply Trauma-Informed Care approaches to address the impacts of historical and ongoing trauma, and explore the shift from Lateral Violence to Lateral Kindness to foster healthier work and care environments. Participants will gain practical skills in Harm Reduction, including Naloxone use, and consider how personal perspectives influence professional growth. The workshop also introduces the therapeutic benefits of nature, including a guided Forest and Nature Therapy Walk (within the biome) to enhance cognitive, emotional, and stress regulation.

• Audience: Anyone interested in the topics covered, including Health, Social and Educational professionals and providers working in or with Indigenous Communities in Manitoba. E.g. Health Directors, Program Managers, Social Workers, Nurses, Counsellors, Educators, Jordan’s Principle Workers, Community Health Representatives, Support workers. Etc.
• Facilitators: Tyler Geisler, RSW, MSW, Victoria Mckay, BSc., M.Ed., C.C.C.

Workshop Objectives and Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this workshop, participants will:

• Understand the principles of Cultural Safety and Humility in the context of Indigenous communities and health care.
• Apply Trauma-Informed Care approaches to their practice, recognizing the impact of historical and ongoing trauma on wholistic health.
• Explore the shift from Lateral Violence to Lateral Kindness and promote healthier, more supportive work and care environments.
• Gain practical knowledge in Harm Reduction strategies, including Naloxone access and administration.
• Explore how your perspective can impact personal and professional growth.
• Understand the positive impacts of time spent in nature on cognitive function, emotional regulation, and stress reduction, gain an understanding of the origins and core practices of nature and forest therapy, and participate in a guided Forest and Nature Therapy Walk