Goal:
The overall purpose of the Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin program is to end all forms of violence towards Indigenous women. This program services Aboriginal male youth and men, and works with them to provide education, establish traditional responsibilities, and supports those choosing to end violence.
Who We Serve:
- Indigenous men and male youth (13+) who are proactively seeking cultural resources and supportive services in the movement to end violence against women
- Indigenous men and male youth who were or are currently involved in the justice system
Program Objectives:
- Improved self-esteem and sense of identity among urban Indigenous men within the program
- Reduced instances of violence against Indigenous women from men who have received program supports including those who were reintegrated into the community
- Reduced stigma around conversation on violence against Indigenous women
- Increased collaboration between Friendship Centres and Delivery Sites, levels of government and other organizations to support efforts to reduce instances of violence against indigenous women
Program Activities:
- One-to-one Supports
- Group-Based Services
- Participant-Based Activities
One to One Supports Include:
- One-to-One Peer Counselling
- Service Navigation
- Individual Advocacy Support
- Justice-Related Individual Supports
- Individual/Family Support
- Individual Traditional Teachings
- Referrals to Other Friendship Centre Programs
Participant-Based Activities:
Participant-Based activities focus on group rather than individual initiatives that are male focused within the community or to the community at large. They are oriented towards reducing and preventing violence against Indigenous women by:
- Increasing awareness of specific issues, risks, or concerns in the community or group
- Providing education and information to reduce and prevent community or group risk factors
- Promoting positive change in values, attitudes, and behaviours
- To foster healing and enable individuals, families, and communities to achieve and enjoy a healthy, balanced life
Participant-based Activities include:
- Workshops
- Presentations
- Events
- Traditional Ceremonies
- Fitness/Recreation activities
Contact Information:
Email: kizhaay@nbifc.org
Phone: 705-472-2811 ext 216