Become a Culturally Committed Member

Bringing 'Uy Sqwalawun' to your Practice
I raise my hands to your desire to improve the cultural safety of your practice. Culturally Committed is here to support you on your journey.

Professional Membership

This membership is for providers who offer direct services to Indigenous client. Providers will have the opportunity to promote their Culturally Committed identity via printed, physical, and digital resources. They will also have access to client feedback that can be utilized to improve the cultural safety of their practice.

Benefits of our Professional Membership

  • LIVE Monthly Virtual workshop focused on topics related to Cultural Safety and Humility

  • LIVE Monthly Community Call, where members can engage with Culturally Committed Mentors, ask questions and share

  • INCLUSION on the Culturally Committed Providers Map: a resource the general public can utilize to seek providers who are committed to improving the cultural safety of their practice

  • Professional Members will have access to confidential client feedback, which can be submitted by clients through the Culturally Committed website
  • ACCESS to digital logo to use on your personal website, promotional materials
  • ACCESS to the Culturally Committed Members Portal, which houses the complete library of Workshops and Community Calls
  • RECEIVE a Provider's Package, packed in traditional medicines, that include a providers pin, window decal, and 8x10 poster to promote their Culturally Committed identity
  • ACCESS to printable feedback cards to support clients in navigating the feedback process
  • ACCESS to the private Culturally Committed Members Facebook Group, where individuals can come together collectively, and share thoughts, questions, successes, and challenges

In order for Culturally Committed Providers to maintain a listing on the Providers Map, they need to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to improving the cultural safety of their practice through active participation in the Culturally Committed Membership Program. 

Annual
Month to Month

Active Ally Membership

This membership is for individuals who are seeking opportunities learn about cultural safety and humility, and be active in their pursuit towards reconciliation.

Ally is an action word; it's not who you are -- it's what you do.

Benefits of the our Active Ally Membership

  • LIVE Monthly Virtual workshop focused on topics related to Cultural Safety and Humility

  • LIVE Monthly Community Call, where members can come together virtually and connect with the Culturally Committed Mentors.

  • Access to the private Culturally Committed Members Facebook Group, where individuals can come together collectively, and share thoughts, questions, successes, and challenges.

  • Access to the Culturally Committed Members Portal, which houses the complete library of Workshops and Community Calls
  • ACCESS to digital logo for use on your personal website and promotional materials
  • Members will be permitted to identify themselves as "Culturally Committed" in their communication materials, thereby demonstrating their humble mission towards improving the cultural safety of their practice.
Annual
Month to Month

Date: May 15, 2024

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST

Featuring Jessica Barudin, ‘Namgis First Nation

Jessica is Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw, a member and elected leader of the ‘Namgis First Nation with ties to the Kwagu’ł and Hax̱wa’mis Nations on her mother’s side and Ashkenazi-Jewish on her father’s side. She is a proud mother of two daughters, wife, Sundancer, Indigenous health researcher, educator, yoga teacher, and community wellness practitioner. She has spent over a decade working professionally in Indigenous peoples’ health and education, including roles in community-based research, education, health promotion, Indigenous public health, and trauma healing.

Jessica has a Doctorate in Applied Human Sciences from Concordia University. Master of Applied Science in Physical Therapy from McGill University and an Undergraduate Degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia. Jessica works with the University of British Columbia as an Assistant Professor in the School of Community and Regional Planning. She believes in a values-driven, relationship-centered approach to community planning. Jessica is especially interested in supporting community-led processes with Indigenous communities that center on language revitalization strategies and holistic approaches to wellness. As a mother, Kwak’wala language learner, and community wellness practitioner, she is dedicated to upholding traditional teachings and values while learning Kwak’wala alongside her two daughters in their home community of Alert Bay.

Please note: Session replay will be available for 30 days from date of recording.

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