The Indigenous Family Finding training has the goal of restoring belonging. Rooted in Indigenous kinship and community practice, it centres connection, identity, and cultural continuity.

A smiling family gathered in their living room, with a young boy in front and parents and siblings in the background.

What this training offers

  • Identity framework: Belonging lives in our relationships, culture, spirit, and land.
  • Cultural tools: Learn kinship, story, and reflection tools grounded in Indigenous ways.
  • Community approaches: Nation-led and urban models guide this work.
  • Decolonizing practice: Challenge bias and reimagine Indigenous family systems.
  • Allyship in action: Explore professional humility, respect, and care.

What it is

  • Two-day in-person workshop blending teaching, reflection, and applied practice.
  • Community-based training adapted with each Nation, Friendship Centre, or Indigenous child and family organization.
  • Accompanying learner guide to support reflection and ongoing culturally-grounded work in family finding.
  • Foundation for policy and program development that upholds Indigenous rights and cultural continuity.

Get in touch

If you’re interested in scheduling a training session for your staff or in facilitator training, please email iff@belongingnetwork.com to discuss available dates, costs, and any other questions you may have.