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The theme of the Husky Hour presentation is cross-cultural considerations for supporting mental health following natural disasters.  The presentation is an opportunity to reflect as a campus community and in solidarity remember those who died in this past summer's fire devastation in Lahaina, Maui.  The presenters will discuss their perspectives on the cultural grieving process using storytelling, creative art, and traditional approaches in mental health and recovery.

Join us for an engaging and supportive discussion on the unique challenges faced by the AA & PI communities in the wake of natural disasters. In light of the recent fires in Lahaina, Hawaii, and other environmental crises across the Pacific and Asian regions, our event aims to provide a space for sharing experiences, healing, and learning coping strategies.
 

This event is a must-attend for anyone looking to find solidarity, understand the psychological impact of natural disasters, and explore the ways in which our AAPI communities can come together to support one another in times of need.

Agenda:

12:30 pm … Welcome, Land Acknowledgement, and Brief Overview of Presentation

12:40 pm… The Lahaina Experience

1:00 pm … Therapeutic Approaches

1:25 pm … Conclusion Pule / Fanitai (Prayer)

Featured Guest Speakers:

Mahealani Kalilikane

Mahealani Kalilikane, a native Hawaiian from Moloka’i, holds a BA in Sociology and Communication from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and an MSW from the University of Washington. With a career starting in 1994, she has extensive experience in childe welfare services and currently serves as a faculty field instructor for the Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program at UW Tacoma. Additionally, Ms. Kalilikane is a co-faculty advisor for the Student Social Work Organization at UW Tacoma

Gillian Duenas

Gillian Duenas is a Chamoru visual artist and social worker who was born and raised in Bremerton, WA. She graduated from UW Seattle in 2022 with her MSW and has experience as a social worker in community mental health and the medical field. She has also led several community arts workshops and projects.