Traditional Wellness Gatherings 2023 Project Summary
- So’oh-Shinálí Sister Project (SSSP)
- Jun 13
- 1 min read
This report provides a comprehensive review of our five-part Traditional Wellness Gathering series sponsored by the LA County Department of Mental Health AI/AN Underserved Cultural Communities Subcommittee. This report may be referenced for identification of best practices related to culturally sensitive mental health services, impactful community engagement and general service recommendations.
Project Description
The American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Traditional Wellness Gathering Project aimed to reduce mental health access barriers by engaging community members in discussions about the role of cultural traditions and language in healing and mental health. The Traditional Wellness Gatherings promoted AI/AN cultural methods of healing for the purpose of building connections, reclaiming traditions and improving overall health outcomes. The project aimed to reduce stigma, promote mental health services throughout Los Angeles (LA) County, increase capacity of the public mental health system in LA County and increase AI/AN community member engagement in the LA County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) stakeholder process. The Traditional Wellness Gatherings were authored by the AI/AN UsCC Subcommittee and brought to community by So'oh-Shinálí Sister Project (SSSP).
