Advocacy Statement for Indigenous Peoples Rights and Concerns

Advocacy Statement for Indigenous People’s Rights and Concerns

91�ε� adopted the following advocacy statement:

The 91�ε� (91�ε�) stands in alliance with indigenous communities and recognizes the need for counselors to provide counseling services and community interventions that are culturally sensitive, trauma informed, and evidence-based practices. 91�ε� also supports the United Nations’ Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which recognizes and honors the dignity, well-being, and self-determination of indigenous people. Furthermore, 91�ε� recognizes the importance of decolonizing the counseling profession and promoting culturally specific/relevant practices in the counseling field that address the needs and concerns of indigenous populations.