Episode 11 Awakening the Spirit: Dr. Laverne Demientieff on Kinship, Healing, and Decolonizing the Classroom

In this compelling installment of The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast, host Professor Christian Ace Stettler and student co-hosts Cesa Agnes and Ann Neglaska welcome a remarkable guest, Dr. LaVerne Xilegg Demientieff. Dr. Demientieff, an esteemed Professor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and a licensed master social worker, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the conversation. As a Deg Xit’an (Dene) Indigenous woman from Alaska, she has dedicated her life to addressing historical trauma and wellness, resilience, trauma-informed care, and healing centered care. Dr. Demientieff is also passionate about Indigenous language revitalization and the connection between language and well-being. In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Demientieff will discuss her 5C’s framework (Compassion, Connection, Community, Curiosity, and Ceremony), which is rooted in Indigenous Elder and Ancestral wisdom. We delve into kinship, decolonizing the classroom, healing, policy, and more through powerful storytelling that captures the essence of the podcast's mission. Join us tomorrow for this live episode on Callin at https://www.callin.com/room/episode-11-tlUDyEINyP, airing at 8 am Hawaii, 10 am Alaska, and 2 pm East Coast time. Be prepared to immerse yourself in a scholarly, yet engaging dialogue that challenges conventional thinking and fosters critical consciousness. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the Q&A session at the end of the episode, where you can ask questions via chat or call in like a traditional radio show. Tune in, and together, let's change our world(s) through the transformative power of storytelling, empathy, and understanding. Download the Callin app for iOS and Android to listen to this podcast live, call in, and more! Also available at callin.com