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Prison to PhD: Woman in recovery, Dr. Sharon Acoose speaks. Phoenix Fire Ep. 9.
Prison to PhD: Woman in recovery, Dr. Sharon Acoose speaks. Phoenix Fire Ep. 9.
Prison to PhD: Woman in recovery, Dr. Sharon Acoose speaks. Phoenix Fire Ep. 9.
Thursday 26th May 2022
Join Dr. Sharon Acoose on Hard Knox Talks as she shares her journey from addiction to earning a Ph.D., highlighting culture's role in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!From the Streets to Academia: Dr. Sharon Acoose's Remarkable Path to Recovery
I think you know for me it's just like you know. You know, if we fixed on the street, we'd go into chinatown in the bathrooms, or it was not. I just would like to see more resources, because when people come and ask me, like students will ask me about certain things, and I'll think, well, you know, I don't know, because there's no resources and there really isn't social workers and healthcare workers, all these, their caseloads are mountainous.
Imagine navigating the treacherous waters of addiction and street life, only to emerge with a Ph.D. in Indigenous Social Work. That's exactly what Dr. Sharon Acoose has achieved, and her story is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode of Hard Knox Talks, Dr. Acoose opens up about her 30-year journey of healing, offering a raw and honest look at the struggles and triumphs along the way.
She dives deep into the role of culture and ceremony in her recovery process, shedding light on how these elements have been crucial to her healing. But Dr. Acoose doesn't stop at sharing her personal story. She also tackles broader issues, such as the ethics and social justice concerns surrounding substance use in marginalized communities. One of the hot topics she discusses is regentrification and its impact on already vulnerable populations.
Her insights are both eye-opening and thought-provoking, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of addiction, recovery, and social justice. Dr. Acoose also highlights the vital role that social workers and healthcare professionals play in supporting those on their recovery journeys. She calls for more resources and better support systems to help individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance, self-love, and community support in achieving lasting recovery and success. Tune in to hear Dr. Sharon Acoose's incredible journey from prison to Ph.D., and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by Indigenous people in recovery.