Improving mental health care for Native people in rural areas will be the focus of this 90-minute webinar presented by the National American Indian and Alaska Native MHTTC in collaboration with the Northwest MHTTC. 

ABOUT THIS EVENT

The disparities between urban and rural areas in mental health care are well-documented. Native populations in rural areas suffer even more from these disparities, but cultural elements can improve mental health for Native people living in rural areas. Join Raymond Daw, MA, Diné (Navajo), who will:

• Provide an overview of rural mental health disparities in the United States
• Provide an overview of Native American mental health disparities
• Describe Native American cultural elements for improved rural mental health

This event is most relevant to those who:

• currently work with Native/Tribal communities OR
• work some with Native/Tribal clients OR
• want to learn more about Native/Tribal issues

FACILITATOR

Raymond Daw, MA, Navajo Nation

Mr. Daw is a member of the Navajo Nation and is bilingual in Navajo and English. He is a trainer and web designer for the Takini Institute on the historical trauma intervention model, and he formerly worked as the Administrator of Behavioral Health at the Yukon-Kuskokwim Healthcare Corporation in Bethel, Alaska. During his tenure as Executive Director of Na’nizhoozhi Center, Inc. (NCI), he participated in research with the NIDA Clinical Trials Network through the University of New Mexico. NCI was recognized as a model and innovative program for AI/AN substance abuse treatment.