Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences will host Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Bree Black Horse on our Yakima health sciences campus on Thursday, December 5, from noon to 1:00 p.m. AUSA Black Horse is set to present a keynote address on Trauma-Informed and Culturally Competent Practice in Indian Country. The event will take place in the Delta Dental Equity Hall Event Center and is open to PNWU students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Black Horse is the first Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) prosecutor for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington.
In her talk, she will discuss the U.S. Department of Justice’s new Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Regional Outreach Program and the importance of applying a trauma-informed approach when working with American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Her remarks will also include valuable training on culturally competent practice in Indian country, providing insight into the unique challenges faced by Indigenous individuals and the communities that serve them.
Key points of the presentation include:
- Understanding the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) issue and the DOJ’s regional outreach efforts.
- The importance of trauma-informed care when serving American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
- Practical training on culturally competent practice in Indian country and how healthcare providers and legal professionals can better serve Indigenous communities.
This event is part of PNWU’s ongoing commitment to addressing the healthcare and social justice issues facing rural and medically underserved populations in our region. By fostering dialogue on these important topics, the University hopes to raise awareness and empower its students, faculty, and community partners to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by these critical issues.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
- Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Delta Dental Equity Hall Event Center, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
- Free and open to the public