March 17, 2020—Cawston, BC: We have been holding youth empowerment camps out on the land for the past six summers. These transformative camps have created many memories and strong relationships. The impacts and intentions of our youth camp can be more far-reaching however, if we share our techniques not just with youth, but empower family […]
Jan 28, 2020—West Kelowna, BC: Traditionally children are the centre of Syilx society. They are the hub around which all else is ordered. Dr. Bill Cohen explains: “The People-to-be, the children and youth ages 0-17, are in the centre of the Sqilxwlcawt extended family system. Kids learn to be Squilx and the skills and knowledge […]
Jan 14, 2020—West Kelowna, BC: IndigenEYEZ is excited for the New Year and our ongoing Champions of Change series! “What I learned will help me to connect to each member of the group I’m facilitating.” – 2019 participant This innovative coaching and leadership training series will give you tools to more effectively reach your goals […]
Aug 2015—Kelowna: Our first summer camp was a resounding success—every single youth reported that they want to come back again! The camp was held in the Okanagan and attended by more than 70 youth from 7 Nations. We were supported by an impressive roster of adults including Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, actress Michelle Thrush, and […]
May 2015—Williams Lake: Our weekend youth camp with the 7 Tsilhqot’in and Carrier-Sekani reserve communities around Williams Lake was a hit. We delivered two workshops for adults before spending the weekend with youth from across this broad territory. This youth worker from one of the most remote communities describes what happened: “It was difficult to […]
IndigenEYEZ is honored to share this transformative youth program with the Nations of the interior region! This is an amazing opportunity for youth to reconnect with their roots while exploring their individual personality and creativity through guided creative facilitation. IndigenEYEZ will be sending their team of top Facilitators to lead the activities and events. This […]
IndigenEYEZ is seeking First Nations facilitators to join our team! If you are interested in the arts, passionate about social change and seeking like-minded people, we want to know! Our team members are given many opportunities for professional development, mentorship from highly-skilled facilitators and the chance to be a part of a land-based, cultural youth empowerment program. If you […]
