Bent Arrow, Edmonton, AB
Door Kendra Kerr
1. What is it?
1.1. Variety of programming to support development of Indigenous peoples
1.2. Serves Indigenous children, youth and families in Edmonton since 1994
2. Goals and Vision
2.1. Building on strengths of Indigenous children, youth and families to help them grow physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally
2.2. Indigenous peoples will walk proudly in their community and non-Indigneous communities.
3. Other Important Information
3.1. Bent Arrow is part of C5
3.2. C5 is a group of 5 charities in Edmonton that work to influence social policy based on the marginalized groups each charity works with.
4. Services Offered
4.1. Cultural Teachings
4.1.1. Offer community teachings on Indigenous ceremonies like: medicine wheel, tipi teachings,
4.2. Employment Services
4.2.1. Employment training programs for youth and adults
4.3. Early Family Intervention- Kahkiyaw
4.3.1. Collaborative model for supporting Indigenous families
4.4. Youth- Kikosewin
4.4.1. Youth programming on a variety of topics like life skills and mental health
4.4.2. Community mentorship program directly in Edmonton schools
4.5. Sacred Circle
4.5.1. Helps families navigate the education and healthcare systems.
4.5.2. Helps you understand your rights and obligations when dealing with these systems. Helps to alleviate anxiety.
4.6. Family- Kikosewin
4.6.1. Works with all family members to develop and grow together