In addition to the services that AWARE provides for all survivors, CONNECT is a new support group created by and for people in the LGBTQ+ community who have experienced trauma. This is a free, confidential group that gathers on Wednesdays from 4:00 – 5:30pm

For more information about our LGBTQ+ support services or the CONNECT group, visit our LGBTQ+ Support page!

In the Health Relationships group, we discuss and learn about the foundations of healthy relationships. We develop techniques for boundary setting, assertiveness, realistic goal setting, and decision-making. We increase our understanding of abuse, abusive household dynamics, and dysfunctional family patterns. Additionally, we learn to process emotions in a healthy manner, with a focus on anger, fear, anxiety, guilt, and grief. For more information about our Healthy Relationships group, and to learn how to join, send an email to Saralyn at saralynt@awareak.org or call (907) 586-6623.

This 10-week class will be on Thursday evenings 6-7:30 PM, beginning September 7th and ending November 9th.

I Toowú Klatseen (Strengthen Your Spirit) is a positive youth development program that empowers elementary students, promotes wellness, and strengthens violence prevention protective factors. Participants learn and practice skills to build healthy relationships and create a community of respect for self and others through running, discussions, and cultural activities that honor Southeast Alaska’s traditional values. The program includes twenty 90-minute lessons after school and culminates in a celebratory fun run.