Circle of Wellness Symbol
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Circle of Wellness
A
grassroots effort to assist the region's American Indian population
in enhancing their health, strength, and wholeness, the Circle of
Wellness was developed by local organizations and individuals who
serve the community. Its symbol, the circle, represents the cycles
of life, including the four seasons, the cardinal directions of the
universe, the heavens and Mother Earth; it presents a holistic
symbol of mental, physical, and emotional health in the broadest
sense, revealing the parts of human nature that must be nourished
to bring a person, and/or community to wholeness. The four integral
components of the Circle of Wellness are 1) cultural preservation;
2) entrepreneurial development; 3) education; 4) social services.
If a person is to be truly whole, then all four of these needs must
be addressed.
The
mission of the Circle of
Wellness is to provide access to culturally sensitive social
services, enhance the quality of life for individuals and families,
empower American Indian people through entrepreneurial
opportunities and provide avenues for sharing/celebrating Utah's
American Indian cultural heritage
The
focus of the endeavor is to
collocate the urban Indian organizations and services for the
Indian community into a centralized location to better serve the
American Indian constituents, while maintaining the various
participating organizations' individual autonomy. The facility will
also provide space to host cultural events, library and museum
services, recreational venues, and office space for Utah tribes,
and other entities providing direct services to the American Indian
community.
On July 10, 1998, the Circle of Wellness, Inc. was
formally incorporated in the State of Utah to facilitate a capital
fund-raiding campaign. A site has been identified in West Valley
City. The project will require in excess of $20 million for
completion, which will include land acquisition, construction
costs, and establishment of an endowment for operation and
maintenance of the non-profit organization, land, and
facilities.
Documentation consists of a information on the Circle
of Wellness; a business concept for the Circle of Wellness, Inc.;
and a videotape from December 1999 showing a Utah Native American
Pow-Wow, featuring the Dance of Honor.
Originally submitted by: Merrill Cook, Representative (2nd District).
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