Indigenous Cultural/Historical Awareness Seminars

Time Line Therapy

“Allan is adamant that the sharing of information to correct the misconceptions about Aboriginal people, treaties, etc is the only way that all Canadians can prosper from this unique relationship. Allan believes a greater understanding between the indigenous peoples of these lands and the new comers is what will forge a respectful and lasting existence. Allan’s many talents have enabled him to take this message to a variety of audiences.”  – Robert Maytwayashing (former Chief of Lake Manitoba First Nation), Aboriginal Human Resource Development Officer, Interlake Regional Health Authority

“I just wanted to let you  know that the class had many good comments about your talk.  They thought it was “thought provoking” and it gave them an awareness to many things that were unknown to them.  I think you are an amazing teacher, approachable, respectful, and so very knowledgeable.  Thanks again for coming to visit us and sharing. “ – Donna Sutherland, Author of ‘Peguis: A Noble Friend’ and ‘Nahoway: A Distant Voice’ 

The Indigenous Cultural/Historical Awareness seminars provide information to clarify thinking and dispel myths about Indigenous peoples of Canada.  The workshop/seminars establishes linkages between historical events and present day issues.  Through a series of workshops/seminars, subjects cover Indigenous history and culture, demographics and today’s social issues, self-government and treaties, and traditional teachings and storytelling.  The ultimate goal of the Indigenous Cultural/Historical Awareness seminars is to build understanding and respect.  It’s about relationship building.

The first step in building relationships between cultures is through cultural understanding and appreciation. The participants will walk through the history of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, from pre-contact, to today. This includes the Indigenous values, traditions, history, current state and future direction, practices and protocols. For First Nations people, this workshop may also be the beginning, renewal and/or strengthening of First Nations understanding of who the First Nations people are and where they come from and moving forward to a greater future within the Canadian society of Kanata.

Custom-designed

Workshops are customized based on the audience needs. For example, a workshop for medical doctors may incorporate a focus on traditional medicines and traditional teachings of the healing ways of the Medicine Wheel.  For First Nations leadership we would focus on Treaties and Self-Determination goals within the Canadian federal system.

Allen wlecomes your requests to help design a program that will suit your needs. Click here to view a list of possible topics that are available to you.

Cultural/Historical Awareness Workshops and Cultural Sensitivity Training are appropriate for any organization which has interaction with Aboriginal peoples. This includes:

• Corporations
• Non-profit organizations
• Conferences
• Government agencies
• Educational institutions
• Aboriginal organizations
• First Nations communities

Session Information

• Sessions are anywhere from one hour to three full days
• Minimum of 4 participants to maximum of 25 participants is ideal for sharing circle format
• Allen can also provide lecture series format to accommodate larger groups
• Allen is also available for any topic sessions within a conference setting including facilitating conference.

The workshops provide an environment where participants can ask sensitive questions and explore differing perspectives in a safe environment. During the custom designed seminars, you will increase your understanding of:

• How culture influences individual, family and community relationships
• The impact of culture in daily maintaining a balanced life at home, at work and in society
• Improving Communications Skills
• Identifying issues and reaching agreements
• Freeing yourself to understand uniqueness
• Purifying the body, mind and spirit
• Letting go of negative thoughts, attitudes and emotions
• The historical events of Indigenous peoples from an Indigenous perspective
• Historical Perspective of Aboriginal Self-Government
• Modern Perspectives of Aboriginal Self-Government
• The diverse culture of the Indigenous peoples
• Distinctions of Western and Aboriginal ideologies
• The importance of the role of Aboriginal peoples in increased workplace representation
• Helping eliminate myths and misconceptions about Aboriginal peoples
• Improving relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples
• The future that Indigenous people are creating through various social, economic and political initiatives that benefits all in our modern society.

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The Time Line Therapy® techniques are a unique and unmatched method for creating powerful change in therapy. Time Line Therapy® utilizes a person’s own internal “Time Line” to work with their unconscious minds in a variety of ways; including, healing emotional traumas and eradicating unwanted thoughts, emotions and behaviors. It’s about Individual Healing and Empowerment.

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Email: allensutherland@netscape.net for more information.