How Can We Empower Native American Youth?

Empowering Native American Youth

The fifth annual Native Youth School Conference and Community Wellness Conference is set to take place on September 25 and 26. This virtual event is specifically designed for educators, school administrators, Native American community members, and professionals working with Native American youth.

Focus on Mental Health and Wellness

The conference aims to uncover culturally relevant and science-based strategies to enhance the mental health and wellness of Native American youth and their families. Participants will hear from both local and nationally recognized speakers who will share the latest research and best practices in youth mental health and wellness.

Keynote Speakers

Among the distinguished speakers are Dr. Bruce Perry, M.D., principal of Neurosequential Network; Joseph Gone from Harvard University; Issac Prilleltensky from the University of Miami; Kishan Lara-Cooper from Cal Poly Humboldt; Judge Abby Abinanti, chief judge of the Yurok Tribe; Tommy Orange, author of “Wandering Stars, There There”; Mneesha Gellman from Emerson College; and Adrienne Keene, writer and activist.

Topics of Discussion

The conference will cover a range of topics, including:

• Understanding the Impact of Trauma, Neglect, and Abuse on the Developing Brain
• The Science of Mattering and Belonging to Youth Mental Health
• Exploring Indigenous Identity and Youth Wellness
• Addiction and Culture-Based Recovery Strategies for Native Youth
• Native Resilience and Giftedness
• The Power of Peer to Peer Relationships and Uplifting Native Youth Leadership

Participate and Learn More

To view the full conference agenda and register, visit twofeathers-nafs.org. The event is hosted by Two Feathers Native American Family Services, Stanford Medicine, and the Center for Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. For more information, call 707-839-1933 or email jdauberm@stanford.edu.

Why Attend?

Virgil Moorehead, executive director of Two Feathers Native American Family Services, emphasizes the importance of this event: “This two-day, free, virtual event is more crucial than ever for our Native American youth and families to better understand and positively empower our youth.”

Questions and Answers

Q: Who should attend this conference?
A: The conference is ideal for educators, school administrators, Native American community members, and professionals working with Native American youth.

Q: How can I register?
A: You can register by visiting twofeathers-nafs.org.