Str8 Up Program
Provided by: STR8 UP: 10,000 Little Steps to Healing Inc.
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- Community Outreach
- Str8 Up Program (2 locations)
Service Description
A support system/program for those who want to exit the gang life.
Components of the program include:
- Educational presentations to the community on the dangers of gang life and addictions
- Indigenous cultural teachings
- Includes Elders, Cultural Advisors, and access to ceremony through Sweat Lodges and Sundance Ceremonies
- Weekly Traditional Sharing Circle
- Includes teachings, prayers, songs, and smudging with an Elder and Cultural Advisor
- Community Engagement
- Includes mentorship programs and summer culture camps for youth
- Support in areas such as: housing search, employment, education, and general community assistance
- Learning about healthy lifestyles and relationships, and positive community involvement.
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Eligibility
No age restrictions, however participants are generally over 18 years of age. Participants must: have a desire to leave gang life/culture, agree to drop gang colours, deal with addiction issues, and demonstrate honesty, humility and a serious long term commitment to the program.
Application Process
Call for details.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Outreach: 306-291-2256
Business Line: 306-244-1771
Service Website
Facebook
www.facebook.com/STR8UPsaskatoon/
Email
Coverage Area
Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Northern Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
STR8 UP – Prince Albert Branch
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STR8 UP - Prince Albert Branch
9 - 11 Street West
Prince Albert SK S6V 3A8 -
STR8 UP - Saskatoon Branch
226 Avenue V South
Saskatoon SK S7M 3E3
Location Info
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