In honor of the World Day of Social Justice, take a look at our ongoing advocacy efforts and resources supporting Indian country. Community Care In times of uncertainty, SIHB remains steady in our commitment to community and we’re doing everything in our power to ensure our people live healthy successful lives. We provided food assistance … Continue reading 2026 World Day of Social Justice
Submit your letters and sign up for testimony by January 26! Legislation (SB 6017) has been introduced in Washington state to support survivors of sexual violence. An amendment to the Crime Victim Bill of Rights was shaped directly by survivors and Native community members following a high-profile case in which a convicted serial rapist represented … Continue reading TOOLKIT: Support Survivors of Sexual Violence (SB 6017)
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If you or someone you know is looking for a free community meal, visit FOOD FOR ALL to find nearby meal locations. Seattle Indian Health Board is committed to supporting our relatives by connecting them with local programs that offer access to healthy, nourishing foods … Continue Reading
Maybe we’re still on a runner’s high, but we can’t stop thinking about SpiritWalk & Warrior Run! We’d like to thank everyone who participated in the 5K run or 2K walk. We’d also like to thank our partner Brooks Running and our sponsors: Molina Healthcare, Community Health Plan of Washington, and the Washington State Office … Continue reading 2025 SpiritWalk & Warrior Run wrap-up
Whew! We’re still floating on the vibes of our 2025 Indigenous People Festival! That day was the perfect time to be in community with Native people coming from all parts of the Puget Sound region and beyond. The festival featured 48 Native-owned and Native-led small businesses, generating more than $40,000. All of that revenue goes … Continue reading 2025 Indigenous People Festival wrap-up
Medical Assistant? Dental Assistant? Maybe Environmental Services Assistant? If any of these roles catch your eye, we’re looking for YOU to join our team! Our relatives deserve the best, and that’s why we’re turning to you. We want to hear from you, especially if you have experience in one of these impactful roles: Medical Assistant … Continue reading We’re Hiring!
Seattle Indian Health Board needs your help to ensure we are able to open the Thunderbird Treatment Center on Vashon Island in 2025. There is a group of people trying to stop us from opening even though it would help us directly address the fentanyl and opioid crisis and increase the number of inpatient treatment … Continue reading We Need Your Help to Open Thunderbird
Do your part for Indian Country this World Day of Social Justice by looking into some of our work in the section below. Indigenizing Public Health: We understand health as a balance between physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual parts of ourselves. See more about how we’re integrating traditional health into our organization and services here: … Continue reading 2024 World Day of Social Justice
Some people trust their gut when making big decisions; others call it listening to their intuition. Sabrina Sykes (Haida) listens to her family, especially her ancestors. You could even say one of them influenced her decision to work at Seattle Indian Health Board. (More on that later.) Whether in her hometown of Ketchikan, Alaska or in the Seattle area, it seems home and family — in the broadest sense of these words — have always grounded her.
