Denim Day April 30, 2025 Presented by The Sault Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Advocacy Resource Center Sexual Violence Services. Denim Day began in 1999 as a way to promote sexual violence awareness. Wearing denim symbolizes that a person's clothing does not matter when it comes to assault. Join Sault Tribe's Advocacy Resource Center … Continued
4th Annual Children's Water WalkKeweenaw Bay Indian CommunityApril 30, 202510:30 amThe walk will begin at the walking trail along the beach behind the Tribal Police offices. The route will take walkers to the restoration trail behind the pow-wow grounds. Upon arrival, transportation will be provided to the pow-wow grounds for the lunchon.Everyone is encouraged to … Continued
Grand Island National Recreation AreaVisitor Use Management PlanTribal Engagement MeetingApril 30, 5 - 7:30 pmAlger Parks and Recreation Department413 Maple StreetMunising, MI 49862You are invited to attend and share your perspective U.S. Forest Service Staff invite you to participate in the development of a Visitor Use Management Plan to assess current conditions and future opportunities … Continued
Suicide Prevention Awareness WorkshopNavigating the Path to Mental Well-being, One Conversation at a Time.Wednesday, April 30, 20256:30 - 8:30 pmBay Mills Health Center12455 W. Lakeshore DriveBrimley, MI 49715Light snacks will be provided.For more information:Renee Johnson906-248-5527rjohnson@baymills.orgHelpline: text/call 988 DOWNLOAD FLIER
Shining a Light: Exploring the Intersection of Domestic Violence and MMIRMay 1, 20252 - 3 pm CST, 1 - 2 pm ESTREGISTER: https://bit.ly/3FReCiUMissing and Murdered Indigenous Awareness Month Community Chat SeriesFrom StrongHearts Native HelplinePresenters:Samantha StillStrongHearts Communications ManagerSandra Pilgrim-LewisDVS Director for United Three Fires Against Violence and StrongHearts Board Member DOWNLOAD FLIER
Sault Tribe Behavioral Health presents: 3rd Annual Recovery Gala May 2, 2025 7 - 10 pm LSSU Walker Cisler Student & Conference Center 650 W Easterday Ave Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Dinner Provided Gifts & Door Prizes Photo Booth DJ No Dress Code 18+ Only DOWNLOAD FLYER
Sault Tribe ACFS Family Fun Day for Child Abuse Prevention May 5, 2025 Friday, May 2, 2025 5 - 7 pm Free Entry Public Welcome Big Bear Arena 2 Ice Circle Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 DOWNLOAD FLYER
Manistique March for MMIRMay 5, 202512 pmAdvocacy Resource CenterDowntown Manistique, MI Triangle ParkJoin ARC as we meet. Gather together to promote awareness for our missing and murdered indigenous relatives.11:30 am Gathering Time12:15 pm MMIR March Begins1:30 pm DepartureManistique March for MMIRSexual assault against Native Women is one of the leading contributors to MMIR.Teach Respect.Teach Consent.Red … Continued
2025 March for MMIP May 5, 2025 Noon - 3 pm Ah-Nab-Awen Park 220 Front Ave. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 This event is rain or shine. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs. DOWNLOAD FLYER /*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 29-01-2024 */.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}
Sacred Pregnancy Training SeriesRegister:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K76R6XQPlease join the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and facilitator Raeanne Madison, MPH for this free virtual training series focused on the Intersections of cultural traditions, birth, postpartum supports, and community resources for Indigenous families who experience substance use and/or opioid use disorders.Dates and Topics:All times 10:30 am - 12 pmMay 6 | … Continued
Shed Some Light: Raising Awareness on Trauma, Mental Health, and AddictionMay 17, 20253 pmJoin us at the Event Center16449 Michigan AvenueBaraga, MI 49908Presentations byColleen BuzzoGail PoeMarty CurtisShiloh LussierProject by Tyler Tolonen. He will be sharing his journey.Free tee-shirtsGift BagsDoor PrizesDrumming, feast, and informational tablesFeel free to bring a dishContact:Tyler Tolonen: 906-201-4906 DOWNLOAD FLIER
Fatherhood is Sacred | Motherhood is Sacred ClassesStarting Wednesday, May 7Community Center from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Eastern"Jen & Lexie share a culturally-based curriculum rooted in traditional teachings, addressing intergenerational trauma, suicide, parenting, and the differences between healthy and toxic relationships." -- Alicia Bertrand, Hannahville PotawatomiContact:906-280-0148keshickfamilies@gmail.com DOWNLOAD FLIER
Intergenerational Implicit Bias PresentationHow historical context influences our communities todayMay 9, 20258:30 am - 12 pmEscanaba Sault Tribe Community Center 3721 Jingob Street Escanaba, MI 498298:30 am Registration9 am Opening Ceremony & Refreshments10 am Presentation & Story Telling12 pm Closing Ceremony12 - 1 pm Post presentation DiscussionEveryone is welcome and encouraged to attend!What is implicit … Continued
Addressing Family Violence & Abuse SessionsMonday, May 12, 2025Contact:906-399-3946906-280-0148Email:keshickfamilies@gmail.comCome see what the Addressing Violence & Abuse has to offer. We will use relatable story telling. Sharing that there is no culture that promotes physical or emotional abuse. Family is the heart of our heritage and there is nothing more precious and sacred than our family … Continued
KBIC Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) May 13 - 16, 2025 Big Bucks Bingo Hall 16449 Michigan Avenue Baraga, MI 49908 The Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) is a proven model that helps communities heal from intergenerational trauma. It follows four key phases: Belonging, Mastery, Interdependence, and Generosity. KBIC is Healing Through Education Contact: Jessica … Continued
Tribal Behavioral Health Conference "Embracing Gratitude - Miigwechiwendamowin" May 13 - 14, 2025 Grand Traverse Resort 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd Acme, MI 49610 Hotel Reservations: 231-534-6001 (Room Block ID: Inter-Tribal Council of MI – ANB0505) Room Rate: $109/night plus $25 Resort fees/taxes ( Room block closes 4/12/25) https://book,passkey.com/go/ANB0505 Event to feature: Embracing Gratitude is … Continued
Healthy Start Family Playgroup American Indian Health & Family Services Thurman Bear Basement 4880 Lawndale Detroit, MI 48210 11 am - 12 pm APRIL 9, 2025 MAY 14, 2025 JUNE 4, 2025 An interactive program for parents with children ages 0-4 **In the case of inclement weather, the family play group cancellation will be announced … Continued
Healthy Native People Coalition Meetings Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZVZDCC Full dates and times in the flyer below. The Healthy Native People Coalition is a collaborative network dedicated to improving health outcomes for American Indian populations through Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) change. The coalition brings together internal and external stakeholders committed to shared learning and collective action. … Continued
Children's Mental Health Awareness Day & National Prevention WeekMay 15, 20255 - 7 pmAmerican Indian Health and Family Services4880 Lawndale StreetDetroit, MI 48210Join our DreamSeekers and Sacred Bundle staff for a community night focused on our youth's mental health!Raffles, dinner, and activities will be available to all throughout the night! DOWNLOAD FLIER
PowWow in the DMay 17, 2025Contact: powwow@aihfs.orgFillable registration forms can also be found on AIHFS.orgAmerican Indian Health and Family Services presents Pow Wow in the D1200 W. Warren AveDetroit, MI 48201Gates: 10 am - 4 pmMC Shannon MartinAD Travis SchuylerHead Vet George MartinRain Out Location: Wayne State Student Center DOWNLOAD FLYER
Free Shurgs ImprovRegister: Scan the QR Code in Flier BelowSaturday, May 17, 20257 pmSoo TheatreCompass Pregnancy and Family Resource Center PresentsA Night of Fun-DraisingDoors open at 6:30 pmShow begins at … Continued
Sacred Pregnancy Training Series Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K76R6XQ Please join the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and facilitator Raeanne Madison, MPH for this free virtual training series focused on the Intersections of cultural traditions, birth, postpartum supports, and community resources for Indigenous families who experience substance use and/or opioid use disorders. Dates and Topics: All times 10:30 am … Continued
Suicide Prevention 101Date: May 20th, 2025Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pmVIRTUAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITY!1.5 CEU credits available!In this 90-minute virtual course, participants will learnfacts about mental health and suicide, warning signs ofsuicide, and basic techniques to have conversationsabout suicide based on the latest research. Mentalhealth resources will also be shared with participants.Any questions, please contact:swoods@chippewahd.com DOWNLOAD FLIER
Father's Support & Education Group American Indian Health & Family Services Thurman Bear Basement 4880 Lawndale Detroit, MI 48210 Tentative: April 23, 4-5pm, (mothers and children welcomed) Family Spirit Lesson- Traditions for Protection and Wellbeing Tentative: May 21, 4-5pm, (mothers and children welcomed) Family Spirit Lesson- Budgeting for My Family Tentative: June 25, 4-5pm, (mothers … Continued
Postpartum Support Group March 15 April 19 May 24 10 - 11 am REGISTER HERE Presented by American Indian Health and Family Services REGISTER HERE DOWNLOAD FLYER
Caregiver Coffee HourCaregiver Coffee Hour is an opportunity to give and receive support from other caregivers through conversation, listening, and sharing ideas. Share a cup of coffee with us!All parents, guardians, and caregivers for Michigan Indigenous youth are welcome to attend.To receive the Microsoft Teams link for the virtual meeting, please call, text, or email … Continued
Household Hazardous Waste Collection EventsLearn more: www.baymills.org/wastecollectionsKeep toxic materials out of homes, landfills, and the environment!Drop off your HHW for FREE at one of these local events!Bay Mills Indian Community and partners are hosting free HHW collection events throughout Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac Counties.To sign up for your drop off time, scan the QR code … Continued
Cancer in Rural Communities: A GW Cancer Center Community of Practice Pour a cup of tea, let’s talk about rural cancer control! The GW Cancer Center Technical Assistance Program (TAP) invites you to join a new Community of Practice (CoP) to enhance your knowledge of cancer in rural communities! Open to all CCC program staff … Continued
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Learn more: www.baymills.org/wastecollections Keep toxic materials out of homes, landfills, and the environment! Drop off your HHW for FREE at one of these local events! Bay Mills Indian Community and partners are hosting free HHW collection events throughout Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac Counties. To sign up for your drop off … Continued
3rd Annual Spirit Walk: For Safe Communities May 31, 2025 11 am - 2:30 pm Opening Ceremony and Walk Shuttle Available Back to your Vehicle Free food & Prizes Let's … Continued