Search results for: “Youth in Care”
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2-Spirit Collective
Who We Are The Two-Spirit Collective is a program for self-identifying Indigenous youth ages 15 to 30 who identify as Two-Spirit and/or LGBTQ2S+. We hold space for you to explore identity, build community, and connect with affirming, culturally rooted support. We’re here to celebrate who you are, your journey, your voice, your power. What We…
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Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator
Ensuring every First Nations child gets the care and support they deserve. What is Jordan’s Principle? Jordan’s Principle is a child-first principle that aims to eliminate service inequities and delays for First Nations children. It ensures that any public service ordinarily available to all other children must be made available to First Nations children without…
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Aboriginal Transition Team
UNYA’s Transition Program provides one-to-one support to Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 who are transitioning out of the care of the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD) and preparing to live independently. The Transition Team offers non-judgmental support, working closely with the youth on their caseload and helping them identify what their immediate…
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Ravens Lodge
Ravens Lodge is a transitional group home for Indigenous female-identifying youth ages 12 to 18 who are in the care of the Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society (VACFSS). This live-in program offers a supportive, youth-focused environment with access to education, cultural teachings, life skills, and recreation. Care planning is personalized and always includes…
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Aries Education
The Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC) is a computer-based learning centre, supporting the personal, educational, and career development of Indigenous youth ages 15 to 30. Our focus is on helping you gain employment and pursue your education. If you’re not in school right now, we can help you go back, whether that is to junior…
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Cedar Walk Education
Cedar Walk is an alternative education program for Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 whose needs are not being met in traditional school programs. As a student coming to Cedar Walk, we recognize and respect that you have your own unique strengths, goals, interests, needs, and history. We’ll collaborate with you to identify your goals…
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Orange Shirt Day 2024
Join Us in Celebration and Gratitude! With open hearts, we raise our hands in gratitude for the incredible support we’ve received since August for our 2024 Orange Shirt Day program. Your generosity, whether it’s through purchasing an orange t-shirt or the countless hours and funds donated by local organizations, is truly making a difference in…
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Mission and Vision Our Mission: Urban Native Youth Association is the centre of Indigenous youth excellence, supporting youth on their journeys by amplifying and celebrating their voices. Our Vision: Empowered Indigenous youth leading and inspiring all Nations. Philosophy of Care We recognize that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work best for our youth. The philosophies…
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Program Manager – Overly Creative Minds (Full-Time)
Highlights of this opportunity: As a member of the Overly Creative Minds (OCM) team the Program Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring its success in supporting and empowering Indigenous youth between the ages of 11 – 24 years old through artistic expression. This role involves building and maintaining relationships…
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Program Manager – Overly Creative Minds (Full-Time)
May 15, 2024 Who we are? UNYA has been supporting the health and wellbeing of Indigenous youth in the Metro Vancouver area for over 30 years. As a respected non-profit, charitable organization, we recognize Indigenous youth as experts in their own lives and strive to provide youth with programs and opportunities that are relevant and…