CELEBRATION OF LIFE: HEALING OUR FIRE

The Akwesasne Family Wellness Program invites you to the 25th Annual Celebration of Life Conference!

This year’s theme, Healing Our Fire: A Conference for Indigenous Men & Boys, shines a light on the strength, identity, and well-being of our men and boys. By supporting them, we nurture their leadership, resilience, and cultural connection — uplifting not only individuals, but families, communities, and future generations.

The conference will feature keynote speakers:

• Thosh Collins – An Onk Akimel O’Odham, Osage, and Seneca family man, actor, author, and community health educator from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Community in Arizona. Thosh is a wellness facilitator with the Native Wellness Institute and co-founder of Well For Culture, a social enterprise applying the Seven Circles wellness model to Native communities. His work focuses on restoring male Indigeneity, guiding men’s groups and workshops that promote leadership, intergenerational healing, and total wellness.
• Albert “Spiritman” Doxtator – A respected Oneida Nation traditional learner, storyteller, and cultural wellness consultant rooted in Haudenosaunee teachings. Albert guides healing through ceremony, storytelling, and land-based practices, fostering spiritual resilience and community wellness. He bridges generations, supporting youth, families, and leadership with grounded, culturally rooted guidance.

A youth panel will also share perspectives and experiences throughout the event.

Dates & Locations:
🗓️ November 13: Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Open to all)
🗓️ November 14: St. Regis Recreation Center | 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Open to men, boys, and 2SLGBTQ+)

Participants will enjoy breakfast and lunch each day, plus a special swag bag for the first 100 attendees.

Register now by scanning the QR code on the flyer or sign up online at: https://forms.office.com/r/zMtdvsFTUb

For questions, contact us at afwpoutreach@akwesasne.ca.