Parents are invited to join the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program and Akwesasne Child & Family Services for an evening discussion on human trafficking and how we can protect the youth in our community! Date: Monday, August 26Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Snye Recreation Center Light refreshments will be served and all community members are welcome.
Read moreThe Akwesasne Family Wellness Program invites community members, allies, and frontline workers to a four-part series dedicated to creating inclusive care for 2SLGBTQIA+ clients. The series will include both in-person and virtual sessions. WORKSHOP #1: AUGUST 29, 2024 Join us at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. for an introduction to fostering supportive spaces […]
Read moreIn honour of National Indigenous History Month, the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program is hosting an information session on human trafficking and how to keep our children safe. Community members are invited to join us on Tuesday, June 25 from 6-8 p.m. at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center. Light refreshments will be served.
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program and our community partners for a day of awareness in honor of Missing/Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirits! When: May 5, 2024Where: Generations ParkTime: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. On May 5, 2024, stop by Generations Park from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. to help us welcome the Indigenous Environmental Network and […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Family Wellness Program would like to invite frontline workers in the community to a three-day trauma-informed services conference! Join us for hands-on training to incorporate within our organizations and with clients. When: March 18-20, 2024 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)Where: Best Western (1515 Vincent Massey Drive, Cornwall) The conference will cover topics such as sex trafficking, mental health, […]
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program for some March break fun! AFWP will be hosting daily events for youth ages 8-17 years old. Each activity is limited to 30 participants, so register soon! To sign up, please visit https://bit.ly/3UEkelV. Note: One registration form is needed per child. If you have any questions, please contact AFWP at afwpoutreach@akwesasne.ca.
Read moreYouth ages 12-17 are invited for some fun at the rink! Join us for a teen rock & skate at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena on Saturday, February 10 from 12 – 2 p.m. There will be free food and drinks provided! Nia:wen to Akwesasne Child & Family Services, the MCA Health Promotion & Prevention Program, Akwesasne Family Wellness Program, and […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Family Wellness Program is excited to host an 8-week class where teens can make their own earrings, medallion, skirt, and moccasins! This workshop is for youth ages 12-17 and will be held on Fridays from January 26 – March 11 at 24 Hickory Court on Kawehno:ke. Please note that March 11th will be a Monday class. Click here […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Family Wellness Program (AFWP) would like to extend a warm welcome to new Outreach Supervisor, Chantal Vachon. Chantal started in her new role on October 23, 2023. Chantal holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master’s in Education, with a concentration in Counselling. She also holds a certificate in Operational Leadership. […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Family Wellness Program (AFWP) would like to extend a warm welcome to the new program manager, Shara Francis-Herne. Shara started in her new role on October 23, 2023. Shara was born and raised on the territory of Akwesasne. She is a firm believer in the concept of the Seven Generations and uses this principle […]
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