Mission Statement
The mission of SIHB is to assist American Indians and Alaska Natives in achieving the highest possible physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being through the provision of culturally appropriate services, and to advocate for the needs of all Indian people, especially the most vulnerable members of our community.
Values and Commitments
The Seattle Indian Health Board is:
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A native organization targeting the American Indian and Alaska Native people as our primary service population.
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Committed to diversity and the respectful treatment of those choosing to work, volunteer, and receive assistance from us.
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Committed to developing and maintaining superior levels of expertise throughout the agency.
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Committed to becoming a recognized leader in health and other fields of endeavor that serve to improve the well-being of native people.
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Proactive with assertiveness, persistence, dedication, and a belief that our efforts are a just response to the tragic history of the native people of this country.
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Advocates for Indian people in a way that empowers each member to fully participate in the defining and solving of problems faced by the community.
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Committed to the integration of traditional and western approaches to healing providing culturally appropriate choices for health care.
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Dedicated to hard work and professionalism with the balanced traditions of humor and celebration in all endeavors.
