Calricaraq

Program Overview

Calricaraq is a wellness and prevention program that promotes the Yup’ik ancestral way of healthy living, to Alaska Native communities across Alaska, as well as organizations and coalition members that work with Alaska Native populations. The program aims to reduce interpersonal violence by promoting community well-being through Indigenous values. Calricaraq, translated “Healthy Living”, is a culturally based program utilizing Yup’ik culture, values, and traditions to address behavioral health. This evidence-based program supports work that is trauma-informed and empowers individuals and entire communities to live healthy lives.

Trauma informed approach and support for our rural communities.

Calricaraq is an Elder-driven program that encompasses ancestral wisdom and knowledge and is a holistic approach to help people heal from the impacts of colonization. Although Calricaraq is rooted in the Yup’ik culture and values, the program has been found to be applicable to people of all ages and backgrounds. Calricaraq’s learning objectives are healing, perspective change, restoring identity, and maintaining balance and wellness.

Promotes healing, balance, and resilience through traditional values, teachings, and practices to strengthen individuals, families, and communities in rural Alaska through this culturally based wellness and prevention program developed by Yup’ik Elders and community members.

Who We Serve

We offer opportunities for communities to connect.

Services Provided

Cultural training promotes healing and balance in communities.

Resources & Links

For more informaiton call 907.279.2511 or email [email protected]

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