This study responds to Tribal community requests to understand more about how Coast Salish people are working towards wellness and the factors that build strength in recovery and protect against the development of substance use disorders.
This guide accompanies the Native Transformations Project film and is intended to honor the stories of Coast Salish people's testament of healing and wellness through sources of strengths and protections.
In 2022, Children of the Setting Sun Productions created a documentary film series, Tribal Approaches to Wellness. This film highlights Sauk Suiattle Tribal members who are embarking on a hiking journey to connect with the land and prevent illnesses.