THUDRCAST - UNCOVER - DISCOVER - RECOVER (Taking ACTION towards your best self)
THUDRCAST - UNCOVER - DISCOVER - RECOVER (Taking ACTION towards your best self)
THEUDRCAST: E-158 Rae-Dawn Whitney | Experience, Strength, and Hope | Addiction | Indigenous
THEUDRCAST: E-158 Rae-Dawn Whitney | Experience, Strength, and Hope | Addiction | Indigenous
THEUDRCAST: E-158 Rae-Dawn Whitney | Experience, Strength, and Hope | Addiction | Indigenous
Thursday 14th November 2024
Rae-Dawn Whitney discusses her journey from addiction to healing through Indigenous culture and her work supporting youth at Tsuut’ina First Nation.
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Episode Overview
- Rae-Dawn Whitney shares her journey from addiction to healing through embracing her Indigenous culture.
- Discusses the challenges faced by Indigenous youth transitioning from care, including homelessness and addiction.
- Highlights the importance of reconnecting with cultural roots for personal identity and healing.
- Emphasises the need for systemic changes to provide better support for Indigenous youth.
- Describes the transformative impact of community support and culturally sensitive care.
I spent my whole life in this huge identity crisis because I wasn't connected to my First Nation's roots.
In this episode of THEUDRCAST, Bill Ward chats with Rae-Dawn Whitney, a passionate advocate for Indigenous youth at Tsuut’ina First Nation. Rae-Dawn opens up about her role in Child and Family Services, where she helps young adults transition from care to independence. She shares the challenges these individuals face, including homelessness and addiction, and the importance of reconnecting with their Indigenous roots. Rae-Dawn's personal journey of overcoming trauma and addiction is both moving and inspiring.
She speaks candidly about her struggles with identity and the healing power of embracing her Indigenous culture. Her story is a testament to resilience and the transformative impact of community support. Rae-Dawn also highlights the need for systemic changes to better support Indigenous youth and the significance of culturally sensitive care. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of recovery, community, and the strength found in cultural identity.
If you're looking for a story of hope and perseverance, this conversation is a must-listen.