Daily Agenda for Tuesday, May 3

Tuesday, May 3 - Good Morning! HOT BUFFET BREAKFAST to start the conference off! Starting at 7:00 am until 8:00am.

Daily Agenda for Wednesady, May 4

Wednesday, May 4 - Instead of a banquet in the evening, we will have a WORKING BUFFET LUNCH. Star Nayea will be our special presenter by her presentation of Healing Power of Music. After her presentation, the Aberdeen Area Indian Health Services Awards Committee will present Awards.

Star Nayea's emotional and moving music is not baseless, nor is it produce by a disconnected music technician. She takes pride in her abilities as much as her audience enjoys her blues/pop/rock sound that is unmistakably Star Nayea. Her rough beginnings were undoubtedly challenging and potentially damaging, but Star rose above them. She poured her negative experiences into a positive outlet that has won her a Grammy and a NAMA (Native American Music Award).

When Star Nayea was only two months old, she was taken from her Native American family because of the 1950s-70s baby sweep perpetrated by the United States and Canada. Despite the good intentions of the Lutheran Social Services of Detroit, Michigan, she landed an extremely abusive adoptive family that did not share her heritage. After several years of pain and struggle, she escaped her adoptive family and began to reach for her dreams of musical freedom.

While the experience and circumstances that brought Star Nayea to Detroit were unfortunate to say the least, the surrounding Motor City Rock and Roll scene and the raved about MO-Town sound influenced and shaped her tastes as she grew into the young woman with the unique soulful style. Star began her musical career in her home town of Detroit, but it was not long before she was selling out shows in New York City, Los Angeles, and more.

Although Star Nayea is a solo artist, her long list of musical collaborations is very impressive. She has worked with many noteworthy Native American Artists such as Indigenous, Joanne Shenandoah, and Buffy St. Marie. One of Star's most memorable experiences was singing along side Chuck Billy, the front man of the heavy metal band "Testament," who shares her Native American culture. Star Nayea has also had the honor of opening for the infamous Willie Nelson and the 80's rock band, Styx.

Star Nayea's performance abilities are not limited to her blues/pop/rock sound. In 1997, she acted as a lead vocalist on the all Native American Broadway style production of "Tribe." That same year, Star was discovered by Canadian playwright, Thomas Highway, who cast her in the Broadway style rendition of "Rose." Star Nayea has also been invited to perform back up vocals for Robbie Robertson and held a few jam sessions with Tom Wolf.

Star Nayea's emotion and strong will brought her out of such a despairing situation with her head held high and her dreams a reality. While she is thankful for her success and those that helped her on this journey, she still searches for her Native American birth family and prays that they will one day be reunited. Star remains active in the Native American community. She performs on Indian reservations and developed the "Healing Power of Music" program where she reaches out to underprivileged Indian youth that are in the positions she was in many years back.

Daily Agenda for Thursday, May 5

Thursday, May 5 - We will close with WORKING LUNCH and a special presenter Mylo Redwater Smith.

Mylo Smith is an up and coming Native American Comic and Keynote Speaker hailing from the Crow Creek Dakota Reservation in South Dakota. Mylo has been performing comedy and speaking since late 20006. Drawing from his past, he takes to the stage with a unique story telling style while also delivering a message of self empowerment. "My childhood was tough, I seen and experienced a lot of trauma. I believe the youth are our future. I want to make a positive impact in their lives. I want to show them to turn negatives into positives." Mylo travels around the U.S. working the Conferences, Schools, Treatment centers, and every place in between.

Presenter Information:
The conference will feature a wide range of noted experts and innovators in the fields of behavioral and mental health.

See also Agenda for additional Speaker Information.

Jess Taken-Alive (Standing Rock Sioux Tribe) former Tribal Chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe , he will provide the invocation and prayers.
Presentation: Spiritual Responders - 1st Responders

Latona M. Austin, LCDR, PharmD, BCPS, Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator, Inpatient Pharmacy Informaticist: Pine Ridge Indian Health Service (IHS) Hospital Pine Ridge IHS Hospital, Pine Ridge, SD.
Presentation 1 & 2 Pharmaceuticals - OTC, prescription, abuse, addition and detox

Devery Fairbanks (White Earth Ojibwe) Besides operating Biimaadiziiwin Noongom Training Programs, Mr. Fairbanks is currently teaching Indigenous Philosophy and Federal Indian Law at Leech Lake and Red Lake Nation Tribal Colleges, respectively, and conducting part- time trainings for the state chemical dependency office.
Presentation 1: Bullying
Presentation 2: Personal and Individual Trauma - Bereavement, Survivors guilt and Disability

Marlin Farley (White Earth) works as a consultant for justice and wellness issues for tribes across the country. President-Black Stone Consulting and Training, Master Trainer for White Bison Inc.
Presentation: Journey For Forgiveness - Documentary on Native American Boarding Schools through the voices of the survivors of the boarding school era. Marlin will lead a special Talking Circle on Tuesday evening about Boarding Schools

William Fullerton Clinical Director at the American Indian Family Center in St. Paul, MN. Presentation: Managing The Effects of Secondary Traumatic

Suzanne Koepplinger (Canadian Mohawk and European ancestry) Executive Director of the Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center, which provides social services and education to American Indian women and their families.
Presentation: American Indian Victims of Sex Trafficking

Bruce Ramsay a full-time consultant and trauma counselor, specializing in CISM for First Nations, Aboriginal and Native Indian communities and Emergency Services organization, Also a Thought Field Therapy (TFT) diagnostician and an authorized trainer in the Callahan Technique. He is a Certified Traumatologist.
Presentation 1: CISM and Presentation 2: Thought Field Therapy

Star Nayea (Chippewa/Potowatomi) 006 Native GRAMMY Award Recording Artist, 2008 NAMA Award winner for Songwriter National/ International Entertainer, Youth/Teen Mentor, Wellness/Prevention Specialist, Music Teacher brings a unique blend of teachings and healing modalities to the conference through her own life experiences, creative techniques of music, sound imagery, a sense of independence and resiliency that manifests itself through her poetic storytelling and phenomenal voice. All These dynamics combined evoke audience emotion and thought-provoking awakenings, thus allowing each conference attendee to walk away with their own personal experience. Star Nayea openly shares her inspiring journey by sharing her cultural identity, purpose, and passion in life that only Music has brought.
Presentation 1: Wednesday Working Lunch - "Healing Power of Music." and Presentation 2: Self-Mutilation & Suicide

José A. Rivera, (Taíno) J.D.President & CEO of Rivera, Sierra, & Company, Inc. (RSC), a minority consulting company specializing in providing training and technical assistance in all areas of health and human services. Dr. Rivera provides domestic violence training, case management training, critical incident management training, ethics training and strategic planning for both governmental and nonprofit agencies throughout the country. One of his specialties is helping agencies to make the critical paradigm shift from merely helping people recover to helping people succeed.
Presentation 1: Opening Conference - Our Trauma - historical and ever after.
Presentation 2: Healing from Trauma & Forgiveness Ceremony

Mylo Smith, (Crow Creek Dakota Sioux Tribe) This DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE, Comedian/Speaker stays busy around Native Country working with the Youth and Adults on Living Positive Lifestyle and Spreading Wellness Messages!
Presentation: Thursday Working Lunch - Trauma/grow up in Indian Country

D.J. Eagle Bear Vanas (Odawa) is a nationally acclaimed motivational storyteller, success coach and the author of the celebrated book, "The Tiny Warrior: A Path to Personal Discovery & Achievement" and audio CD series "The Warrior Within". D.J. uses traditional warrior concepts and wisdom to inspire people to achieve their best in life, school and career and owns Native Discovery Inc., a company dedicated to "building the warriors of tomorrow…today.
Presentation: Leadership Empowerment as Suicide Prevention

Online Registration Closes on April 27, 2011

Online Registration:
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Payment Options:
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Special Requirements:
Please use our Comment section at the end of your Registration for any special dietary or accessibility requirements.

Refund Policy:
If you register but cannot attend, contact Virginia. Cancellations will be accepted until one week prior and registration fees will be refunded, less a $50 processing fee. No refund requests will be accepted within one week prior to the event. A substitute may attend in your place (please contact Virginia and provide the name of the substitute).

General Information:

I need to be able to take calls while I'm at the seminar. Is there a problem if I bring a cell phone or pager?

Please respect other attendees and the speakers. We encourage you to put your cell phones on non- sound.

Are my personal belongings safe in the meeting room during lunch breaks and overnight?

No. It is best not to leave personal belongings unattended in meeting rooms during lunch breaks or overnight. The conference organizers and Mystic Lake will not be held responsible for items left unattended.

What do I need to bring?

It is advisable to bring along writing implements and note paper. While every effort is made to have the meeting space comfortable for everyone, it is always a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater along for comfort.

I'm in a wheelchair (or have other special needs). How do I arrange for assistance at the seminar?

If you need special accommodations or have special requests, please advise us when you register in the Comment Section or email Virginia

Registration Process:

Is using the online registration secure?

Yes, payment is completed through a secure site at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

How is the registration confirmed?

• If you register online, a confirmation e-mail will be sent to you immediately.
• If you register by phone, e-mail or fax, a confirmation e-mail will follow within five business days of receipt of registration.
• If you register by mail, a confirmation e-mail will follow within 10 business days of receipt of registration.

Must I pre-register?

We recommend pre-registration to ensure availability of space and materials.

How will the charge for the conference appear on my credit card?

The charge will appear as "University of Nebraska."

Can another person from my office go in my place?

Transfer of a paid registration to another person is permissible. E-mail Virginia to change the registration.

What if I have to cancel my registration?

If you register but cannot attend, you may transfer your registration fee to a colleague or request a refund. Cancellations will be accepted 14 days prior to your scheduled conference and registration fees will be refunded, less a $50.00 processing fee. No refund request will be accepted after the conference. Cancellation can be made by sending an e-mail to Virginia

CEU Information:

Will I receive Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)?

Continuing Education Credits are pending.