CULTURE: Revitalization and Crisis Support - Ep 030 | Lifelines Podcast
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of lived experience in crisis intervention and the cultural aspects of suicide prevention, particularly in Native American communities. Shelby Rowe shares her personal journey, the significance of storytelling in mental health advocacy, and innovative approaches to crisis care that emphasize compassion and understanding. She shares the importance of cultural revitalization and crisis support for Native communities, highlighting initiatives like the Native and Strong Lifeline in Washington. The discussion culminates in the transformative philosophy of treating individuals in crisis as guests rather than patients, fostering a sense of belonging and respect.
About Our Guest: Shelby Rowe is the executive director of the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, where she leverages her 15+ years of leadership experience in suicide prevention across local, tribal, state, and national levels. An award-winning artist, suicide attempt survivor, and mother of three, she serves on multiple national and international suicide prevention committees and holds degrees in sociology, philosophy, and business administration.
https://sprc.org/sprc-executive-director-shelby-rowe/
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