Search results for: “Youth in Care”
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Mentorship
Become a Mentor. Change a Life. Looking to make a difference? UNYA offers two volunteer mentorship opportunities that connect Indigenous youth with supportive, consistent role models: the Mentorship Program (ages 12–15) and Kinnections Program (ages 16–18). As a mentor, you’ll spend 2–4 hours each week with a young person for at least one year—building trust,…
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Mentorship for Ages 16-18
Kinnections Mentorship Program Supporting Indigenous Youth Ages 16–18 Guidance for youth stepping into independence. Your role Training & support How to apply Complete the Kinnections Volunteer Application Form and send it, along with a cover letter and resume, to [email protected]. Download Kinnections Volunteer Application (PDF) → Ready to get Started? How to Connect with the…
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Ways to Donate
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and Make a Difference in the Lives of Indigenous Youth In many Indigenous teachings, giving is a relationship, a circle that connects us all. By joining UNYA as a donor, you become part of a community standing with Indigenous youth in strength, hope and belonging. and Join the Cedar Circle When you become a monthly…
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Aboriginal Outreach Team
Meeting youth where they’re at. Our Aboriginal Outreach Team supports Indigenous youth ages 12 to 18 through street outreach and one-to-one connection. Building safe, trusting relationships is at the heart of everything we do, so youth know they always have someone to turn to. We meet youth where they’re at — whether that means helping…
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Alternative Education Schools
Where culture, care, and learning come together. Not all Indigenous youth thrive in traditional school settings. That’s why UNYA offers two Alternative Education Schools: Aries (ages 13–16) Cedar Walk (ages 16–19) Both provide safe, supportive, and culturally grounded spaces where learning is flexible and youth are recognized for their strengths, interests, and goals. Who We…
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How We Work
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Philosophy of Care Guiding every step of our work with youth. Every Indigenous youth carries unique gifts. At UNYA, we honour those gifts through a wide circle of supports—cultural teachings, mentorship, education, housing, wellness, and recreation. Our Philosophy of Care is at the heart of this work. Grounded in two-eyed seeing, culture as therapy, trauma-informed…
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Our Impact
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Every Indigenous young person deserves to grow up connected to who they are. But for too many Indigenous youth in Vancouver, systems of care have failed to provide that safety and connection. Displacement, racism, poverty, and colonial policies continue to shape the realities that young people face every day. Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA) exists…
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Make an Impact
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At UNYA, we believe in the strength, creativity, and brilliance of Indigenous young people. Your gift supports cultural connection, safety, leadership and belonging, creating space for Indigenous youth to thrive. These are the building blocks of donation. With your support Indigenous youth are able to connect with culture, build confidence, and develop the skills they…
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Family Mediation Counsellor
Highlights of this opportunity: As a Family Mediation Counsellor, you will walk alongside Indigenous youth aged 12–18 and their families, providing trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and strengths-based support. The Mediation Program empowers youth and their kin to strengthen relationships, navigate challenges, and build on their gifts through holistic and relational approaches to wellness. Guided by Indigenous values…
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Hamper Day 2025
Delivering Comfort & Care is a Team Effort At the Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA), we know that the need for food and essentials doesn’t end when the holiday festivities are over. That’s why, every January, we host Hamper Day – a day where our entire staff comes together to fill and deliver hampers to…