Tucson, AZ — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is hosting a VA Cultural Sensitivity Training Workshop on November 14, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The event will take place at the R. E. Lindsey Jr. Auditorium at 3601 S. 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85723. The workshop aims to promote cultural awareness and understanding, and it focuses on improving services for Native American veterans.
Registration Details and Event Highlights
Participants may register for the VA Cultural Sensitivity Training Workshop between 7:30 a.m. and 7:55 a.m. on the day of the event. The training includes interactive sessions led by experts in cultural sensitivity. These sessions offer practical tools that support veterans and their families. Additionally, the workshop helps VA staff, healthcare providers, and community members better understand cultural needs. As a result, the care and services offered to Native American veterans will significantly improve.
Supporting Veterans Through Cultural Understanding
The VA’s Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) actively supports veterans and engages with the community. This training is part of a broader effort to foster inclusivity through the VA Cultural Sensitivity Training Workshop. It ensures that veterans from diverse backgrounds receive culturally competent care. For more information about VA initiatives, visit the Veterans Health Administration page. Laura Ybarra, the event contact, emphasized, “The Traditional Way is more than a workshop; it is a commitment to understanding and respecting the cultural backgrounds of those we serve. It’s about building bridges between our services and the communities we support.”
To learn more about the VA Cultural Sensitivity Training Workshop, please contact Laura Ybarra at (520) 792-1450 Ext. 1-6622.
About the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs serves and honors America’s veterans. Through the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System, the VA delivers quality healthcare, education, and support to veterans in the Tucson, AZ area and beyond. To find more events, visit the VA Events page.
