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Project

Circle of Indigenous Empowerment

Center:

AZ-Sonoran UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2025

Contact Information:

Agnes Attakai
[email protected]
520-626-0442

Project Description:

The Circle of Indigenous Empowerment is the umbrella framework for all of the Sonoran Center's Native programs and initiatives. It is focused on establishing a central hub of information, trainings, and resources designed to enhance awareness, services, and supports that promote quality of life for individuals with disabilities. The Circle works in partnership with the 22 Tribal Nations and communities throughout Arizona in an effort to address challenges and needs, and promote opportunities that benefit Tribal members with disabilities.

Keyword(s):

Developmental Disabilities, Health Equity, Life Course Approach, Maternal Health – General, Mental/Behavioral Health – General , Social Determinants of Health, Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs, Native, Tribal, Indigenous

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Cultural Diversity

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Geographic Areas, Reservation, Rural/Remote

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State, Regional

Funding Source:

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