AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence
Novel Digital Interactive Theater-based Intervention to Promote Empathy, Mental, and Emotional Wellbeing Among AANHPI Communities
ZoomYale Compassionate Home, Action Together (CHATogether) is a novel community-based digital program that promotes empathy and emotional wellness through interactive theater (Song J, 2022). Using interactive theater adopted from the Theater of Oppressed, we aim to promote empathy and communication skills among AANHPI children, adolescents, and families. Components of the Yale CHATogether program will be […]
Kealaokekoa, A Cultural Journey of Rediscovery and Self-Reliance for SUD Treatment
ZoomThe ongoing project of colonial imperialism is dependent upon renouncing individual cultural and ethnic identity in favor of a monolithic belief in the US republic. As a nation with a history of violence and oppression against people of color, and the displacement and removal of Native peoples, it remains imperative for the US to retain […]
Kilo ʻĀina: Health Connections to ʻĀina
Kūlana ʻŌiwi Hālau 602 Maunaloa Hwy, Kaunakakai, United StatesWhat can ʻāina tell us about our own health and healing? Everything!! The ahupuaʻa is a way to look at the impacts of trauma and ecosystems of care toward mauliola. It provides a resonant model of a Native system that is grounded in the reciprocal relationship of kānaka to ʻāina and spirituality in order to […]
Problem Gambling: A Hidden Addiction among Asian American Communities
ZoomGambling encompasses diverse cultural practices and modern forms like casino gambling. In the Asian American community, factors like cultural acceptance and targeted marketing contribute to its prevalence. Problem gambling, as defined by DSM-5, affects individuals despite adverse consequences, with neuroscience revealing addictive pathways similar to substance use disorders. Treatment options include behavioral therapies, cognitive interventions, […]
Burmese History, Cultural, and Mental Health Support
ZoomFor several decades dating back to the 1940s to present-day Burma has been suffering numerous conflicts such as wars and coups within the country causing uprising tension and problems for the people young and old fearing for safety, not being able to live flourishing lives whether it's obtaining everyday resources, bringing in a good amount […]
The Need for Culturally Relevant, Family-based Substance Use Prevention Interventions for Rural Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Youth
ZoomThis workshop is presented in partnership with Papa Ola Lōkahi and the AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence. Substance use initiation often occurs during adolescence, and early initiation is commonly associated with problematic substance use, such as substance use disorders. National and local public health data consistently demonstrate that Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) youth have […]
Understanding Grant Funding, Acquisition & Administration for our Indigenous Communities: Part II
ZoomThis workshop is presented in partnership with Ho‘aka Mana, Papa Ola Lōkahi and the AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence. Building on the grant processes reviewed in Part I, this webinar will build on the core competencies of nonprofit and small business development and planning, following a custom-designed workbook that will guide small groups through a […]
The Power of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Cultural Practices in Healing
ZoomIn honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, please join us for a free webinar that is open to all.#AANHPIHeritageMonth#SAMHSAEquity2024What is this webinar about?This webinar focuses on applying cultural frameworks to build trust and community engagement in behavioral health care services for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander […]
Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging for Queer and Trans Pacific Islanders (QTPI)
ZoomIn this free online webinar, Raynald Samoa, MD will lead a discussion on the intersectional identity of Queer and Trans Pacific Islanders (QTPI) and the layered oppression this community faces as well as opportunities to address systemic barriers that disenfranchise QTPI. What will participants learn? Introduce Terminology pertinent to QTPI equity as well as QTPI […]
Samoan Heritage Festival
James M. Foisia ParkGracing the stage this year are some of the best in Siva Samoa, repping Orange County Tupua Productions, alongside Carson’s very own Tupulaga Dance Group and all the way from Oceanside Taupou Samoa Cultural Arts. There will be a live art exhibition with Christian Meni as well as a live Tatau session with the one and only Si'i Liufau […]
A Deeper Dive Into Grant Writing for Indigenous Communities
ZoomPlease download and complete this workbook prior to attending this workshop. Download the workbook Utilizing a workbook provided above, you will come to the class with an idea for a grant proposal and we will discuss how to best pitch a grant idea, how to quantify your work, how to create metrics, and finally discuss […]
Anchoring Our Health Through Cultural Wisdom: renewal requires internal connection through exposure
ZoomCulture is medicine. When we can anchor ourselves through the wisdom of our culture and our ancestors, we can find an unbreakable foundation that surpasses time and technology. This starts with connection, with the use of Native Hawaiian practices & protocols we can establish what that means universally. Through connection, it requires us to expose […]
