Aboriginal Family Systems Training

An Introduction to Aboriginal Family Systems

Facilitator: Jann Derrick

An Introduction to Aboriginal Family Systems For Frontline workers, Aboriginal and Non Aboriginal Professionals

Those who may benefit from this workshop are:
Aboriginal Frontline Workers, Youth Workers, Alcohol & Drug Counsellors, Family Support Workers, Trainers, Teachers, School Personnel, Psychologists , Counselors, Family Therapists, Mental Health Workers, Nurses, Social Workers, and Consultants

Aboriginal families are communal-based and founded in the Circle. The Circle is a system which is centuries old. It is opposite from the Box system that we currently live and work in as frontline workers in communities, or as professionals in a variety of settings. Non-Aboriginal professionals who work within the Aboriginal culture are often at a disadvantage to understand the vast differences in practices & beliefs that operate within the two systems.
Aboriginal families have moved systemically with the changes created when the Circle met the Box. These changes have been traumatic and have impacted families and communities

Registrations will be accepted up until August 14th, 2009.
Confirmation letters will be sent

2009 Summer Intensive:
August 17, 18, 19, 20 & 21st;
9am -3pm each day
Cost: $850.00
Held at our new office:
615 St Paul Street, Kamloops, BC

Past Comments

“The experiential nature of this training series and the sensitivity and skill of Jann’s delivery makes this workshop series a must for those who wish to examine their ability to work with Aboriginal families in a spirit of partnership, empowerment, integrity and humility.”

“Jann has extensive knowledge and direct experience working with Aboriginal people in the area of healing and recovery. I have especially appreciated the experiential learning activities. I like the format of the program schedule as it allows the use of the information gained to be used directly and immediately in our work environment.”