The role of the Family Violence and Addictions Prevention Workers is to facilitate, plan and prepare prevention campaigns, programming and training in relation to Family Violence and Addictions Prevention.

The Prevention Worker provides service in collaboration with other Kahnawà:ke Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services (KSCS) programs and community resources in order to integrate issues and services in relation to Family Violence and Addictions Prevention.

The cycle of addictions and family violence can have a devastating effect on self, family and community. The development of one’s sense of self-esteem, image, value, mental health and behaviours can be affected when exposed to trauma. The impact of trauma and negative behaviours may be lessened with education, awareness, a positive and supportive environment. Education and awareness is an important step in creating change and adopting positive attitudes and behaviours.

Networking and Collaborating with KSCS and other community resources ex Community Prevention Task Force, Onkwata’karitáhtshera s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Program and KSCS Communications: Promotion and Education team and Kahnawake Survival School/ KSCS Prevention Liaison.

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/growth/

KSCS Prevention based initiative whose primary goals are to provide information and education to individuals and community organizations, by providing trainings and support regarding fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), healthy sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and suicide awareness.

Youth suicide is a Canada-wide issue that is of particular urgency for Aboriginal people. While there is much variation among First Nations communities, overall suicide rates are 5 to 7 times the r

The Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI) aims to reduce the incidence and prevalence of diabetes among Aboriginal people and to improve the health status of First Nations and Inuit individuals, families and communities

Onkwanèn:ra – Our Gang

The “Onkwanèn:ra” After School Program, is a community based social/life skills program for Kahnawakehro:non children between the ages of 6-12 years (Grades 1-6). The program focuses on group inclusion, self-awareness, understanding relationships, social skills, culture awareness and the world around us. The program incorporates Kanien’keha:ka values and the cultural aspects of respect, while group members receive the information about healthy lifestyles (mental, physical, social and spiritual well-being).

We offer a variety of activities aimed towards helping the children explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. Activities include lessons, guest speakers, arts and crafts, role playing, games and field trips.

The group hours are 3:00pm - 4:45pm Monday to Thursday throughout the school year beginning in October.

KA’NÓN:WE/WHERE:  Onkwanèn:ra Programming is held at the KSCS Whitehouse, located across from Mohawk Council. 

AKENHNHÀ:KE/SUMMER: Onkwanèn:ra offers summer programming during the months of July/August.  Registration is held in May.

For more information on the Onkwanèn:ra Program, contact:

Beatrice Taylor at 450-632-6880 ext. 34102

Teen Group is a new program for youth aged 12-17 years that meets twice a week on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:00 P.M.– 8:30 P.M. at the Whitehouse. The purpose of the Teen Group is to empower youth aged 12 - 17. Group members need to be in high school (grades 7 – 11).

The member led group will give youth the opportunity to set direction that allows them to work together to enhance their skills and knowledge of culture, leadership and being better global citizens while giving back to the community. The members will work on a safe environment that will guide them to make healthier decisions, grow an an individual and achieve personal goals.