Sacred Circle: Indigenous Family Healing and Support
A Path to Healing and Empowerment for Indigenous Communities in Metro Vancouver
We aim to address and reduce family violence within Indigenous communities across Metro Vancouver. This program, rooted in cultural understanding and guided by community voices, offers comprehensive, community-driven services to Indigenous individuals, including women, children, youth, men, and 2SLGBTQI+ people.
Why This Program Matters
Indigenous communities in Metro Vancouver continue to face disproportionately high rates of family violence, with particularly severe impacts on women, children, youth, and 2SLGBTQI+ individuals. This program responds to the critical need for culturally appropriate, Indigenous-led services that not only address family violence but also foster healing, resilience, and long-term well-being.
What We Offer
Sacred Circle: Indigenous Family Healing and Support is designed to meet the diverse needs of participants through a wide range of support services and healing activities. Our program is built around key activities that promote both individual and community well-being:
- Enhanced Wrap-Around Services: Participants receive comprehensive support, including mental health counseling and addiction services, tailored to their specific needs.
- Case Management: Dedicated case managers work with each participant to create personalized plans that help them navigate available resources effectively.
- Land-Based Healing Activities: These activities reconnect participants with traditional lands and practices, providing a deeper sense of belonging and spiritual healing.
- Stress and Anger Management Seminars: Workshops designed to help participants develop healthy ways of managing emotions and reducing conflict.
- Support Groups: Safe, supportive spaces for individuals to share experiences and gain mutual support from peers.
- Prevention Programs: Focused workshops aimed at reducing the risk of sexual exploitation, fostering a safer community.
- Family Violence Conferences: Educational events aimed at raising awareness of family violence, sharing resources, and promoting collective healing.
Our Approach
Led by a dedicated program manager, Sacred Circle: Indigenous Family Healing and Support is supported by a team of counselors, facilitators, and community volunteers. We engage Indigenous leaders and Elders at every step to ensure the cultural relevance of our services, ensuring they are both effective and respectful of Indigenous traditions. By partnering with five First Nation communities within Metro Vancouver, we aim to create sustainable, long-lasting impacts.
Our Vision and Impact
Through the Sacred Circle: Indigenous Family Healing and Support, we intend to see:
Integrated and Culturally Appropriate Programming
Programs that honor and incorporate Indigenous traditions, providing a holistic path to healing.
Increased Community Awareness
A greater understanding of family violence and the resources available to combat it within Indigenous communities.
Reduction in Violent Behaviors
A measurable decrease in family violence incidents among participants.
Community Empowerment
Enhanced well-being, resilience, and healing for individuals, families, and communities.
Integrated and Culturally Appropriate Programming
Programs that honor and incorporate Indigenous traditions, providing a holistic path to healing.
Increased Community Awareness
A greater understanding of family violence and the resources available to combat it within Indigenous communities.
Reduction in Violent Behaviors
A measurable decrease in family violence incidents among participants.
Community Empowerment
Enhanced well-being, resilience, and healing for individuals, families, and communities.
Refer Yourself or Someone You Know
If you or someone you know could benefit from the Indigenous-Led Family Violence Prevention Program, we encourage you to refer them. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or seeking help for a friend or family member, our team is here to provide assistance with compassion and respect.
How to Refer
1). Complete the referral form HERE
2). Contact our program manager at FVPP@lowentropy.org
Together, we can create safer, stronger communities rooted in healing and cultural connection.
Join us in making a difference!