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Indinewemaagenadoog
“Hello and greetings to all of our relatives”
Access culturally grounded tools, trainings, and resources designed to strengthen advocacy, support survivors, and uplift Native communities across Michigan.
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Tribal communities
Michigan Tribal Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services Information
Bay Mills Indian Community Journey To Healing: This program includes
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Tribal Victim
Keweenaw Bay Indian Community OVW Programs and Services are available
Hannahville Victim Services To contact Hannahville Victim Services, please call
Lac Vieux Desert Tribal Program To contact the Lac Vieux
Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Victim Services Program To
The Survivor Outreach Services Program at the Little Traverse Bay
Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians (Gun Lake Tribe) Domestic Violence
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Department of Social Services offers
The Saginaw Chippewa Tribe of Michigan’s Victim of Crime Program
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Advocacy Resource
Support MMIR Families
Supporting MMIR Families & Communities
cultural teachings
Niizhwaaswi Gmishoomisinaa Kinoomaagewinan | Seven Grandfather Teachings
The cultural values of the Anishinaabe have traditionally been passed down from generation to generation orally through story and ceremony. The Seven Grandfather Teachings are guiding principles that show us how to live a good life in harmony with nature and ourselves.
Dbaadendiziwin
Humility
Humility is represented by the wolf. For the wolf, life is lived for his pack and the ultimate shame is to be outcast.
Aakwa’ode’ewin
Bravery
Bravery is represented by the bear. The mother bear has the courage and strength to face her fears and challenges while protecting her young. The bear also shows us how to live a balanced life with rest, survival and play.
Gwekwaadziwin
Honesty
Be honest with yourself. Recognize and accept who you are. Accept and use the gifts you have been given. Do not seek to deceive yourself or others.
Nbwaakaawin
Wisdom
The beaver represents wisdom because he uses his natural gift wisely for his survival. The beaver also alters his environment in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way for the benefit of his family.
Debwewin
Truth
Truth is represented by the turtle as he was here during creation of Earth and carries the teachings of life on his back. The turtle lives life in a slow and meticulous manner, because he understands the importance of both
Mnaadendimowin
Respect
Respect is represented by the buffalo. The buffalo gives every part of his being to sustain the human way living, not because he is of less value, but because he respects the balance and needs of others.
Zaagidwin
Love
The eagle that represents love because he has the strength to carry all the teachings. The eagle has the ability to fly highest and closest to the creator and also has the sight to see all the ways of being from great distances.
Multiple sources were used to associate specific animals with each teaching. The imagery and associations were informed by a variety of teachings and resources and reflect one interpretation among many. These teachings may vary by community, region, family, and Nation.
EVENTS
Upcoming Trainings & Community Events
MTVAC Meetings Michigan Tribal Victim Advocate Consortium
The Michigan Tribal Victim Advocate Consortium brings together tribal advocates
National Day of Remembrance for Native Boarding School Survivors and Orange Shirt Day
A time to honor the children, survivors, families, and Tribal
Michigan Indian Day
In 1974, the Michigan legislature passed and Governor Milliken signed
Uniting Three Fires Against Violence
(opens in a new tab)We are Michigan's Tribal Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalition. We provide TA, Education, and Support to Tribal communities responding to violence within their communities.
UTFAV does NOT provide direct services to victims seeking assistance.
