NASW-California Native American Council

10/15/2026

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Today, we honor those who came before us, celebrate the Native communities who continue to shape San Diego County, and recommit ourselves to a future in which Indigenous Peoples are not only acknowledged, but heard, respected and empowered. But everyday, we live, work and build community on the ancestral lands of the Kumeyaay, the Quechnajuichom/Lusieño, the Acjachemen/Juaneño, the Kuupiaxchem/Cupeño, and the Cahuilla peoples.

10/12/2026

Indigenous Peoples Day is more than a day of recognition. It’s a celebration of our living cultures, traditions, and the generations who continue to carry them forward.

At UAII, we are proud to uplift Native voices, strengthen connections, and create spaces where our communities can thrive, right here in Los Angeles and beyond.

Our cultures are living. Our stories are continuing. Our future is Indigenous. ❤️

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!

10/12/2026

In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, the National Association of Social Workers' Native American Council (NASW-NAC) would like to recognize all Tribal Nations in the U.S., First Nations in Canada, and Indigenous communities from the North to the South. While there are currently 567 federally recognized Tribal Nations in the U.S., we also acknowledge and honor the many state-recognized and non-federally recognized Tribal Nations that continue to thrive. Indian Country is vast and beautiful, and we honor the generations of our people who carry on our traditions, heritage, culture, and language. We are still here!

Native American people today conduct themselves honorably, connected to the earth, recognizing that we all originated from this very land. While we honor and remember our past, we look forward with hope, resilience, beauty, and strength. We safeguard our youth, the future leaders of this great nation. We honor our rights as Native people to this land, acknowledging that, prior to the 1978 Indian Religious Freedom Act, our ancestors were persecuted, imprisoned, or murdered for practicing our traditional ways. Per the NASW Code of Ethics 1.05, cultural competence is vital in serving clients and demonstrating an understanding of how culture functions in human behavior and society, while recognizing the inherent strengths that exist in all cultures.

The National Association of Social Workers' Native American Council (NASW-NAC) would like to recognize and celebrate our community's resilience and contributions. We continue to educate, empower, and uplift one another, ensuring that our culture thrives and grows as we honor the ancestors who walked before us.

Native American people today conduct themselves honorably, connected to the earth, recognizing that we all originated from this very land. While we honor and remember our past, we look forward with hope, resilience, beauty, and strength. We safeguard our youth, the future leaders of this great nation. 🪶✨💜

Walking in a good way,
NASW/Native American Council

10/09/2026

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You Are Not Alone

If you are experiencing domestic violence, please know that you do not have to face it alone. Help is available, and you deserve support that respects your choices, your story, and your journey.

Healing does not have a timeline, and asking for help can look different for every person. Whether you are ready to talk, looking for resources, supporting someone you love, or simply trying to understand what you are experiencing—your voice matters.

There is strength in community, and there is always a place for you here. 💜

You are seen. You are valued. You are not alone. Every Relative Deserves Safety.

10/03/2026

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We are excited to announce the launch of our 2027 Applications for the Healers Community Circle! 👏🏽💜

The Healers Community Circle Program by We Are Healers is a unique opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit community of Native students who are passionate about health professions. This program brings together future Healers in a deeply relational space that emphasizes mentorship, peer support, and collaborative learning. 👩🏽‍⚕️👨🏽‍⚕️🩻

In this 12-month grant period, We Are Healers will offer up to 15 Healers Community Circle opportunities for Native students on their path toward a health profession. 🩺

Need support navigating the application process? We’re here to help—connect with us at mailto:[email protected] 

Full eligibility requirements for this opportunity and application form are available via the link in our bio. 🤓

10/02/2026

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1572774381545230&id=100064380501723&mibextid=wwXIfr Repost——— 💜

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).

Today, we stand together to honor survivors, remember those whose lives have been lost, and raise awareness about domestic violence in our Tribal communities.

Every relative deserves to feel safe, respected, loved, and supported. Throughout October, we encourage our communities to break the silence, support survivors, and work together to end the cycles of violence.

Healing begins with awareness. Change begins with us.

Together, we can restore healthy families and communities!

💜 Strong Hearted Native Women’s Coalition, Inc.

08/22/2026

The Native American Birdwoman Student Scholarship is a $1,000 award offered by the National Association of Social Workers California Chapter (NASW-CA) to support Native American undergraduate and graduate social work students studying in California.
Scholarship Details
Award Amount: Up to $1,000 per student.
Number of Awards: Up to 10 scholarships given annually.
Target Audience: Native American students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate social work degree programs in California.
Requirement: Applicants typically must be active members of NASW. 🔥 https://www.naswca.org/page/NativeAmericanApp

04/13/2026

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Being Native in an urban environment is powerful. Our traditions guide us while we build futures for the next generations. UAII is proud to support Urban Native relatives in Los Angeles with services that honor culture and promote wellness.

03/26/2026

Repost—> 🪶❤️On behalf of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, I would like to extend a warm invitation for you to attend the upcoming CalVet Tribal Veterans Mental Health Summit, taking place May 13–14 at Sycuan Casino & Resort in San Diego County.

This two-day gathering is dedicated to honoring Native American veterans and advancing su***de prevention through culturally grounded lethal means safety strategies. The summit will bring together Tribal leaders, veterans, mental health professionals, service providers, and state partners to create space for shared learning, truth-telling, and meaningful collaboration rooted in cultural understanding. 🪶❤️

03/22/2026

💚Stages of Grief: Grief isn’t limited to losing a loved one. It can also stem from the loss of an old lifestyle, such as stopping alcohol or drug use, leaving a relationship, experiencing behavioral changes, mental challenges, or adjusting to environmental changes. I’ve attached a handout on the DABDA (Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance) model, which explores the stages of grief. Be kind to yourself; drink water, get some sunshine, and know it’s okay to sit with sadness. Allow your emotions to flow naturally. Remember, we’re all human. Honor your journey and feel your feelings.
💚We are all human beings; we must honor our feelings, both male and female. Feel the emotions: cry, laugh, smile, or shout if you need to. When we cry, we release. Just because you’re male doesn’t mean you can’t show emotion. Feel it and go with it. When we close off our feelings, that is when we want to numb out with anything that feels good or overindulges the senses. Take a healthy risk today and feel your feelings, release. I challenge you to cry, laugh very LOUD☺️, say hello to someone new, or give someone a compliment; I promise it feels great! SMILE. Be playful (activate your inner child).
✅Life is sacred; honor it.
You are sacred.
We are sacred.
I carry all the power within myself to HEAL. 💚