Sewakatho; a safe and nurturing place for continued sobriety; received a $7,500 contribution from the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council through its Community Partnership Fund to support their Family Empowerment Camp being held from Ohiarihkó:wa/July 28-30, 2017. The facility welcomes individuals recovering from drugs or alcohol and provides them with a safe, sober and supportive environment. Their services are free and can be accessed at 281 State Route 37 in Akwesasne, New York. Pictured are (from left): Heather Jacobs, Sub-Chief Michael Conners, Tribal Chief Ron LaFrance, Sub-Chief Shelley Jacobs, Debra Martin, Tribal Chief Beverly Cook and Sub-Chief Cheryl Jacobs.
