You Empowered Strong (YES) — Family Violence & Sexual Assault Support (Okanagan Nation Alliance): by phone, at #101, 3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, Westbank, BC V4T 3L7. Who it's for: Syilx Okanagan Nation Members, or a partner or relative of a Nation Member, of any age or gender, who are facing family violence or sexual….
Categories: Indigenous, Victim Services
You Empowered Strong (YES) gives confidential, one-on-one, non-judgmental support to Syilx Okanagan Nation people and families who have been affected by family violence or sexual harm. It uses Syilx knowledge and strength-based practice. ▸ Who can use it: • Syilx Okanagan Nation Members, or a partner or relative of a Nation Member • Any age or gender • You can refer yourself, or family, friends, an organization or a Syilx Okanagan Nation member community can refer you. ▸ What you can get: • Emotional support and debriefing • System navigation • Advocacy • Justice system support • Safety and care planning • Accompaniment • Connection to cultural supports • Referrals to other programs and services ▸ The team also runs workshops for communities on family violence, sexual assault, personal safety and trauma-informed practice. ▸ Contact: • YES Team Lead (cell): 778-392-8133 • Office: 250-707-0095 ext. 215 • Toll-free: 1-866-662-9609 • Email: YES.TeamLead@syilx.org • Confidential Fax: 1-778-754-0060 • Office: #101, 3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, Westbank, BC V4T 3L7
Also known as: YES, You Empowered Strong, family violence, sexual assault, sexual harm, Syilx, Okanagan Nation Alliance, ONA
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