The philosophy embodied in Circle of Courage is not only a cultural belonging of Indigenous people, but a cultural birthright for all the world’s citizens.
Lacking a sense of self-worth, a young person from any cultural or family background is vulnerable to a host of social, psychological, and learning difficulties and barriers. The four basic components of self-esteem are significance, competence, power, and virtue.
Traditional Indigenous educational practices addressed each of these four bases of self-worth:
This workshop is designed to support the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice in achieving its goals of recidivism through engagement of Indigenous inmates into the workforce.
Canada’s Tribal Councils through its Employment and Training Services have the expertise to deliver services to Indigenous people and others who are seeking employment support.
How to support employers in providing employment opportunities for incarcerated and recently released Indigenous individuals.
How to support inmates who may be on a “work crew” during incarceration (maintain employment or find new employment following their release).
How to support inmates who are seeking employment following their release along with their family members during the transition period from incarcerated living back into community living.
Resources aids to connect labor-ready inmates seeking a renewed start with eligible employers.
How to remove transition barriers that inhibit incarcerated individuals from sustained employment.
Using a holistic approach counselors will be able to connect participants to their community and employment.
Effective methods in reducing the barriers faced by previously incarcerated people that enact unnecessary hardships.
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