Intergenerational Wisdom (2-Day Training) - In Person

This training is being generously sponsored by Living Hope - City of Edmonton for all Edmonton and area residents. This $260/per person training is now available at no cost to Edmonton and area participants by using discount code provided by Living Hope.

Intergenerational Wisdom (12hr)

Description:
This 2-day training will focus on reframing the narrative around intergenerational trauma to reflect wisdom and understanding. It creates a brave and open space for individuals to engage with Indigenous ways of knowing and activities to understand the incredible resilience passed down through generations despite the trauma experienced. Topics include residential schools, the 60s and millennial scoop, vicarious trauma, and modes of trauma transmission. The training focuses on collective resilience and the transmission of strength and hope. Indigenous ways of knowing, storytelling, re-learning culture, creating relationships, and maintaining oral traditions are covered. The training will end with a collective reflection on what has been learned and what can be done to continue to break the cycle of trauma. This training was created through meaningful contributions from Elders and Knowledge Keepers across the province of Alberta, who generously provided hours of interviews and conversations to gift us with their wisdom, artwork, and experience.

Objectives:

• Build awareness about the trauma experienced by Indigenous peoples through stories, interviews, and artwork shared by Indigenous individuals.
• Understand the various ways trauma is passed on through generations and the role trauma is still playing in Indigenous communities.
• Explore the various ways intergenerational wisdom contributes to healing opportunities and resilience building.
• Reflect on the wisdom shared and the following steps to break the cycle of trauma. Carry intergenerational wisdom forward to successive generations.