Circle of Grandmothers

TWU’s Circle of Grandmothers Program
Program Leader: Kathy Sanchez 505-747-3259 kathy@tewawomenunited.org

Circle of Grandmothers is the nurturing breath that infuses and inspires the work of Tewa Women United. The Grandmothers is a circle of intertribal, multicultural women who are either grandmothers themselves or supportive elders.

Program Goals

  •     Provide spiritual grounding and cultural guidance to Tewa Women United staff and board
  •     Promotes reciprocity of intergenerational learning and sharing to strengthen individuals, families and communities
  •     Nurtures and supports women and elders who are vital influences on the behaviors and beliefs within families and communities

Activities

  •     Creating healing gifts for trauma survivors
  •     Organizing and/or helping at community education sessions
  •     Hosting intergenerational support groups
  •     Making referrals to Tewa Women United or other helpful community organizations
  •     Attending training to increase knowledge about sexual violence and other traumas
  •     Sharing knowledge of traditional language, arts and practices

The Circle of Grandmothers meets a least once a month.

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