Cook Inlet Tribal Council

3rd Annual Tribal Youth Symposium
2018-01-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2018-01-24 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Anchorage) | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
Cook Inlet Tribal Council will be hosting our 3rd annual Tribal Youth Symposium in Anchorage at the CITC Nat’uh service building. The symposium is a three-day conference that offers professional development and networking opportunities for staff and youth working in our villages; past attendees have included representatives from Cook Inlet villages, local/regional nonprofits and school district staff.
Topics offered during this conference have included curriculum development, hand on STEM activities, introduction to grant writing, culture camp roundtables and site visits to local educational resources.
We welcome anyone working with youth around the region to attend this event. CITC will cover travel and accommodation expenses for up to 2 staff from each CIRI village, but you are welcome to register additional attendees if interested. There is no charge to attend this event. The attached registration will help us with developing the event roster and logistics planning.
If you have any staff and/or youth that would like to attend please have them complete the registration packet and send back to CITC by Friday, December 15th, 2017.

Life Skills: Job Fielding
2018-01-23 08:30 - 10:30, 2018-02-09 08:30 - 10:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will learn about the different aspects of “how to land the job” by preparing a professional resume, cover letter and reference list as well as how to interview like a professional with many examples of what not to say and what to say when asked questions during the interview process. We will also take a closer look at appearance for an interview with regards to clothes, tattoos, piercing & hygiene as well as how to disclose information about criminal background or disability diagnosis. Also we will briefly cover information about fidelity bonding, variance options and other services offered in Anchorage when trying to get hired with barrier associations as well as the significance of your online image.

Tribal Vocational Rehab Orientation
2018-01-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2018-01-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2018-02-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2018-02-13 09:00 - 10:00 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
This orientation is for participants new to CITC’s Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation program. This general orientation occurs every Tuesday. For those who can’t make the regular Tuesday orientation, call 907-793-3366 to schedule an individual orientation.
Prepare for orientation by reviewing the TVR informational PowerPoint.

Life Skills: Domestic Violence Awareness
2018-01-23 14:30 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will learn about the State of Alaska definitions of domestic violence(s) and warning signs to look for within a relationship. AWAIC representatives will be present to assist with presenting information about safety plans as well as where and when to report.

Men's Reentry Support Group
2018-01-24 14:30 - 15:30, 2018-01-31 14:30 - 15:30, 2018-02-07 14:30 - 15:30 | CITC: Rasmuson Room 4, 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, AK, United States
The ANJC Adult Reentry Program optimizes opportunities to eliminate barriers for men who are recently released from incarceration.
In our reentry program we provide a supportive atmosphere for our participants, so that they can feel comfortable sharing things that they may not have anybody to talk to about. Our supportive group topics include:
Probation violation prevention
Relapse prevention
Building interview and job skills
Goal-setting
Release housing options
Healthy relationships/boundaries
Controlling emotions
Money management/budgeting
Criminal thinking errors

Moral Reconation Therapy
2018-01-24 15:30 - 16:30, 2018-01-31 15:30 - 16:30, 2018-02-07 15:30 - 16:30 | CITC: Rasmuson Room 1, 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage
Participate in our culturally friendly, cognitive-behavioral counseling program that combines education, group and individual counseling, with structured exercises designed to foster moral development. Completion of MRT has been proven to decrease recidivism and increase successful community integration.

Life Skills: Family Focus - Education Preparation
2018-01-25 08:30 - 10:30, 2018-02-12 14:30 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will take a closer look at what is needed for their kiddos to complete the basics of elementary, middle/high school as well as GED. This class also focuses on how to communicate with schools, healthy study habits for kids and adults who are interested in pursuing a college degree or trade school certificate.

"Sobriety is Traditional" Recovery Support Circle
2018-01-25 09:00 - 22:00, 2018-02-01 09:00 - 22:00, 2018-02-08 09:00 - 22:00 | CITC: Rasmuson Room 1, 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage
Join Recovery Services Alumni Council member Tyler Young for the weekly Sobriety Is Traditional recovery support circle. This is a recovery group that provides support, encourages the overall wellness of its participants, and promotes a healthy way of living. This peer supported recovery group is open to men and women, ages 18 & older.
For more information, please contact:
Tyler Young (Recovery Services Alumni Council Member)
(907) 744-2474
tyleryoungak@gmail.com

Life Skills: Money Management - Nutrition
2018-01-26 08:30 - 11:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will learn fundamental principles associated with Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, the Glycemic Index, Salt, Vitamins and Minerals, Organics vs processed and preservatives/additives in food. We will also be pooling our knowledge together developing a better understanding of subsistence activities and food as well as the concept of “eating on a TANF budget”

Life Skills: Basic Computer Skills
2018-01-26 14:30 - 16:30, 2018-02-09 14:30 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will learn the fundamentals of a computer system including differences between hardware and software, operating systems and functional components such as the mouse, screen, keyboard and ports. Participants will also interact within the class by performing web searches, typing a word document, entering a budget into excel and also creation of a professional email account through Gmail.

Life Skills: Introduction to Online Learning
2018-01-30 15:00 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will participate in discovering three online learning platforms as well as signing up for an account through Imago.

Life Skills: Tapping Into Your Potential
2018-01-31 13:30 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will develop an understanding for different styles of learning as well as begin to create a scope for redefining wealth in culture. This class also introduces different generations and the significant characteristics of each. Participants will be able to interact within different group activities associated with setting goals and other aspects of developing individual potential.

Peer Support Group
2018-02-01 18:00 - 19:30 | CITC: Rasmuson Room 1, 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage
It’s a long road back from addiction, but our Peer Support Group is here for you. This meeting is designed and delivered by people who have experienced substance abuse disorder and recovery themselves. Join us for help overcoming guilt, coping with stress, searching for a job, rebuilding your relationships, and gaining self-esteem. We can and do recover.

Life Skills: Money Management - Banking
2018-02-05 13:30 - 16:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants will develop a better understanding for what credit is, why they need credit and how to repair or build credit. We will also be looking at the differences between checking and saving accounts as well as investment options such as retirement, Stocks and Bonds. We will also look briefly at the difference between banks and credit unions.

Job Fair Readiness Workshop
2018-02-06 13:00 - 16:00 | CITC: Rasmuson Room 1, 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage
Get ready for our upcoming Job Fair by attending this workshop, which will help you put together your resume, prep for interviews, and more!

Job Fair
2018-02-07 11:00 - 16:00 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508

Life Skills: Job Sustainability
2018-02-08 08:30 - 10:30 | 3600 San Jeronimo Drive, Anchorage, 99508
In this class, participants develop a better understanding for the importance of time management in regards to punctuality and scheduling for life as well as further develop the idea of soft skills and the significance of implementing them in the workplace. Also in this class we will examine appropriate dress, language(s) and hygiene in the workplace.
