Posts Tagged ‘Indigenous youth’
Camp Announcement
Mar 3, 2020—Cawston, BC: IndigenEYEZ has been going through some big changes. We are a small operation with a bold vision of helping to repair the fabric of our communities. In order to succeed, we must align our limited resources with initiatives that maximize impacts. Unfortunately, we must announce that our 7-day summer youth camp…
Read MoreSqilxwlcawt
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…
Read MoreLost Episodes, Found!
June 20, 2019—Cawston, BC: Lost episodes from our Season 2 podcast have been found! During episode 4.2 we talk with facilitator Deb Crow. Hosted by IndigenEYEZ Youth Panel member Natalie Sterling-Moses, Deb talks about the strength and resilience of youth, the power of art and colour, and the growth of community leaders. “There is always…
Read MoreIn the News!
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…
Read MoreIndigenEYEZ up North
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…
Read MoreFree Workshops for First Nations Facilitators!
IndigenEYEZ is extending an invitation to First Nations facilitators interested in joining our team! We are offering a two-day workshop just for you! There is no obligation if you attend and decide this is not for you, but you will walk away with a fresh new set of skills to use in your future facilitation!…
Read MoreIndigenEYEZ Youth Camp in Osoyoos, BC
Our recent youth camp in Osoyoos, BC was a wonderful success!
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