Meet Our Prevention Staff
INUA
The Intergenerational Native Understanding and Abundance Program (IÑUA) was created in 2020 to promote culturally relevant wellness and suicide prevention in the Bering Straits region. IÑUA means ‘spirit’ in Inupiaq and our goal is to help our communities empower their iñua by providing resources and activities to end suicide.
SAPTA
The Substance Abuse, Prevention, Treatment, and Aftercare (SAPTA) project proposes to reduce regionally prevalent substance abuse through increased access to treatment and collaboration with partners to implement deliberate and effective culturally appropriate prevention, intervention, and aftercare services.
Native Connections
In 2018, NSHC was awarded a Native Connections Grant through SAMSHA. Native Connections isa five-year grant program that helps American Indian and Alaska Native communities identify and address the behavior health needs of Native youth with an emphasis on suicide prevention.
Sewing Room
The sewing room is a space for community members and Clients to be creative. BHS offer classes such as vestpuk making, as well as scheduled appointments to work on sewing, beading, knitting, and much more. Please feel free to reach out! Everything you make in the sewing room you get to keep and does not cost money to participate.
Carving Room
The carving room is open to community members and clients at no cost. Participants can join a class or schedule individually. Supplies and various carving materials are provided. Classes include drum and ulu making. Participants can keep anything they make in the carving room. Reach out to learn more or to schedule with our Cultural Arts Instructor.
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