Learning Opportunities

Amber Dion and Terri Cardinal are nehiyaw iskwew (Cree women) who are trained Social Workers and have years of experience working within First Nation communities in various capacities. Both Amber and Terri now work at MacEwan University with post-secondary learners who are navigating their way through western academia. They hope to inspire other educators/social workers/knowledge keepers/practitioners to enhance their knowledge regarding wisakacihowin and Indigenous trauma informed practices.

Amber and Terri are also the creators of 2 Crees in a Pod a Podcast that amplifies Indigenous voices to honor Indigenous helping practices. Their research has been focused on Indigenous trauma informed practices that involves practice as ceremony, land-based initiatives, language, and culture. Trauma management supports through a pandemic is also included in this training to assist professionals with strategies to support their community.

Amber Dion and Terri Cardinal are nehiyaw iskwew (Cree women) who are trained Social Workers and have years of experience working within First Nation communities in various capacities. Both Amber and Terri now work at MacEwan University with post-secondary learners who are navigating their way through western academia. They hope to inspire other educators/social workers/knowledge keepers/practitioners to enhance their knowledge regarding wisakacihowin and Indigenous trauma informed... Read more »