Tribal Victim Dynamics

August 5, 2024 |
Valor

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Objectives: 

  • Identify and Challenge Stereotypes and Myths: Participants will learn to recognize common stereotypes and myths perpetuated by communities, agencies, laws, and policies that contribute to systemic racism and barriers for tribal victims. They will gain skills to critically analyze these narratives and understand their impact on access to services.
  • Understand Sovereignty and Autonomy: Participants will gain an understanding of the concepts of sovereignty and autonomy within tribal communities. They will explore how these principles influence the provision of services to tribal victims and discuss strategies to respect and support tribal sovereignty in their agency or community practices.
  • Implement Culturally Competent Practices: Participants will learn about the role of culture in healing for tribal communities. They will explore culturally competent approaches to service delivery that promote healing and support for tribal victims, and develop actionable strategies to integrate cultural sensitivity and responsiveness into their agency or community practices.

 

Some communities and agencies still reinforce harmful stereotypes and are not given the opportunity to “decolonize” and “unlearn” critical pieces of what adds to systemic racism which creates barriers and limited access to services. This mindset is also reinforced by laws and policies. The presentation will address the barriers and safety concerns tribal victims come across. The discussion will cover myths & stereotypes, sovereignty and autonomy, culture as healing, and resources. This will include practices and ways your agency or community can be good relatives.