by Sekwaw Katelyn Matthew
November 28, 2008. BC Provincial Aboriginal Education Conference: Vancouver, BC
I gave a short speech at the Provincial Aboriginal Education Conference: part in English and part in my language, Secwepemctsin. The conference delegates were from provincial and First Nations schools.
My message to the 600 people present was to “remember to give youth a chance for a positive future”. The response was great. The educators and leaders welcomed me to the head table. It was an exhilarating experience.
Friday, November 28, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Aboriginal Youth Leadership Conference
by Suzette Amaya
November 21, 2008. Lac La Biche, AB (Alberta Employment and Immigration)
LAC LA BICHE!! Sweet Community. I was so impressed, so many beautiful youth. Everyone was so nice. All attendees so receptive, also mad love, respect to the RED POWER SQUAD who I was honoured to see perform YAAY!!)
This conference was such a success, loved the fashion show by CHARM LOGAN, great work! I was so happy to be there! My workshop was fun, thanks for all the Q’s and comments and I was honoured to be so welcomed to the community.
I hope that this youth conference becomes an annual event. It was so entertaining, educational, and great for networking. Thanks for having me Think NDN.
November 21, 2008. Lac La Biche, AB (Alberta Employment and Immigration)
LAC LA BICHE!! Sweet Community. I was so impressed, so many beautiful youth. Everyone was so nice. All attendees so receptive, also mad love, respect to the RED POWER SQUAD who I was honoured to see perform YAAY!!)
This conference was such a success, loved the fashion show by CHARM LOGAN, great work! I was so happy to be there! My workshop was fun, thanks for all the Q’s and comments and I was honoured to be so welcomed to the community.
I hope that this youth conference becomes an annual event. It was so entertaining, educational, and great for networking. Thanks for having me Think NDN.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Kick-off to Manitoba Addictions Awareness Week
by Shaneen Robinson
November 17, 2008. Winnipeg, MB (Children of the Earth High School)
Spoke to 100 youth and a few teachers, elders, and principal for about one hour.
We had a great response from youth and a lot of questions.
I spoke about culture, education, career, pride, overcoming challenges, positive living, residential schools, suicide, addiction, and NARMP.
November 17, 2008. Winnipeg, MB (Children of the Earth High School)
Spoke to 100 youth and a few teachers, elders, and principal for about one hour.
We had a great response from youth and a lot of questions.
I spoke about culture, education, career, pride, overcoming challenges, positive living, residential schools, suicide, addiction, and NARMP.
Kick-off to Manitoba Addictions Awareness Week
by Carissa Copenace
November 17, 2008 in Winnipeg, MB (Children of the Earth High School)
This visit was a lot of fun for me, especially since Shaneen was there and we both knew some of the people who we were presenting to.
The students of Children of the Earth High School were very respectful and asked plenty of questions after our presentations. After the question period about half of them approached us to share their own stories or ask another question.
I enjoyed working with Shaneen and it was a good opportunity for both of us to make further connections in the community where we live.I enjoyed working with people who I consider to be like my second set of parents, Patty and Colin Mousseau and all of the staff were very welcoming.
November 17, 2008 in Winnipeg, MB (Children of the Earth High School)
This visit was a lot of fun for me, especially since Shaneen was there and we both knew some of the people who we were presenting to.
The students of Children of the Earth High School were very respectful and asked plenty of questions after our presentations. After the question period about half of them approached us to share their own stories or ask another question.
I enjoyed working with Shaneen and it was a good opportunity for both of us to make further connections in the community where we live.I enjoyed working with people who I consider to be like my second set of parents, Patty and Colin Mousseau and all of the staff were very welcoming.
National Native Addictions Awareness Week
By Candace Polson
November 17, 2008 in Magnetawan, ON.
I had a really great time in Magnetawan! The people there were very kind and there is one young lady there that I think I will never forget.
The first thing she did when I got there was she came up to me and told me how excited she was that she had finally met me and how excited she was for my presentation. It was then that I realized that I am making an impact on some people’s lives and I truly felt like a role model.
The presentation went really well and I hope I will visit their small but amazing reserve again! Meegwetch to Carla Noganosh for her wonderful hospitality and to Magnetewan First Nation for having me there.
November 17, 2008 in Magnetawan, ON.
I had a really great time in Magnetawan! The people there were very kind and there is one young lady there that I think I will never forget.
The first thing she did when I got there was she came up to me and told me how excited she was that she had finally met me and how excited she was for my presentation. It was then that I realized that I am making an impact on some people’s lives and I truly felt like a role model.
The presentation went really well and I hope I will visit their small but amazing reserve again! Meegwetch to Carla Noganosh for her wonderful hospitality and to Magnetewan First Nation for having me there.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Hiawatha First Nation
by Robert Animikii Horton
November 13, 2008
Upon arriving in Toronto, I drove to Peterborough, Ontario and made my way out to the beautiful community of Hiawatha First Nation early the following morning. Upon arriving, I was given a tour of the Hiawatha Band Office and met the current administration and education staff.
Following the Chief and Education Administrator’s speech, I was asked to address the young career gathering which I spoke about the importance of seeking education and creating goals for one’s self.
I placed a great deal of emphasis on the importance of building strong communities and involvement in processes. For the remainder of the morning and into the afternoon, I got to know some of the Hiawatha First Nation staff, as well as those who had career/college kiosks up for youth – creating opportunities.
It was a short stay, but I felt that a strong message was presented and embraced. Thank you for the opportunity NARMP!
November 13, 2008
Upon arriving in Toronto, I drove to Peterborough, Ontario and made my way out to the beautiful community of Hiawatha First Nation early the following morning. Upon arriving, I was given a tour of the Hiawatha Band Office and met the current administration and education staff.
Following the Chief and Education Administrator’s speech, I was asked to address the young career gathering which I spoke about the importance of seeking education and creating goals for one’s self.
I placed a great deal of emphasis on the importance of building strong communities and involvement in processes. For the remainder of the morning and into the afternoon, I got to know some of the Hiawatha First Nation staff, as well as those who had career/college kiosks up for youth – creating opportunities.
It was a short stay, but I felt that a strong message was presented and embraced. Thank you for the opportunity NARMP!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Manito Ahbee Festival
by Heather Watts
November 7-9, 2008 in Winnipeg, MB
Attending the Manito Ahbee Festival in Winnipeg was an awesome experience!
The role models and Bruce-Ma-Goose even got to go in the Grand Entry.
It was great seeing the children who could barely walk and our elders dancing in their gorgeous regalias!
I was fortunate enough to participate in the Miss Mantio Ahbee Princess Pageant as a judge! There were four beautiful girls in the pageant this year, who are incredible. I now know, that with young ladies like them in our communities – we are going to have such strong leaders in the future!
I enjoyed every moment from watching Crystal Shawanda rock out at the Peoples Choice Awards to dancing beside Bruce in the Grand Entry!
Nya:wen!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Manito Ahbee Festival
by Inez Jasper
November 7-9, 2008 in Winnipeg, MB
Manito Ahbee was awesome!
I has so much fun re-uniting with the other role models to share the NARMP at the Education Conference.
We were able to speak to the youth who attended the conference and promote the program by handing out posters, providing information and creating awareness about the upcoming nominations!
The next day was just as exciting because we attended the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards.
What an inspiring night, to see all the nominees and winners the OUR people choose! I can’t wait to go to Manito Ahbee 2009 and hopefully I’ll be attending as an award Nominee and return home with an Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards!
Saturday, November 8, 2008
School and Community Assembly
by Jenna KilabukNovember 5-7, 2008 at the Attaguttaaluk High School in Igloolik, NU
I enjoyed my visit to Igloolik, met many wonderful and welcoming students, teachers and community members.
The students are very strong and using the 10 principles.
The presentations were great. I got the chance to meet and encourage other youth to stay healthy and to try their best to love life. Some of my duties were classroom presentations, badminton and volleyball demonstrations, host a radio show and speak at a school assembly.
During the radio show, some people got emotional when I spoke about how I kept myself away from drugs and alcohol, throughout the years. That is why I play sports.
I had the change to meet Atarnaqjuat, who is a famous Inuk actor.
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