In early October, members of the Eve's Fund ThinkFirst Navajo team had the honor of attending—and presenting at—the 2014 Southwest Conference on Disability, held in Albuquerque, N.M. Barbara Crowell Roy, Eve's Fund president, moderated a roundtable session with five ThinkFirst Navajo VIP speakers (Voices for Injury Prevention). The theme of the presentation was “Improving Quality of Life Through Injury Prevention Education, Inspiration & Experience.” After giving the history and … [Read more...] about ThinkFirst Navajo team inspires at 2014 Southwest Conference on Disability
Archives for October 2014
Suicide Prevention: A Culture-Based Approach in Indian Country
by Clayton Small, PhD “Why are you still holding on to the past? It’s been long time ago!” Most American Indian–Alaska Native (AI/AN) people have heard this comment from a non-Indian at some time in their lives. Upon hearing this comment, they shake their heads and say to themselves, “Where do I begin, and how do I help you understand?!” This cultural divide is very real and is caused by misunderstanding, lack of knowledge, denial, and unwillingness to hear the truth. Humans are for the most … [Read more...] about Suicide Prevention: A Culture-Based Approach in Indian Country
Eve’s Fund VIP honored as disability rights advocate
Flag quilt salutes local disability rights advocate By Jeff Goodman Staff writer | Gallup Independent GALLUP — Cecelia Fred can’t fly. She lacks superhuman strength and speed. She doesn’t have X-ray vision, invulnerability or a red cape. But to family, friends, co-workers and residents throughout the Southwest, she’s more of a Superman than the Man of Steel ever could be. Fred, who has dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, was presented with a … [Read more...] about Eve’s Fund VIP honored as disability rights advocate
