Resources
Feel free to download these shareables!
Mapping Indigenous Youth Services - OTTAWA
Over the course of three months, we have worked on a report that maps and highlights Indigenous youth services in Ottawa. The findings came from a literature review, environmental scan, community outreach and a focus group (that was held on February 7, 2020), led by Indigenous youth. We want to highlight that this report was researched and written by three Indigenous youth alongside our co founder Gabrielle Fayant.
In addition to the report, we have created an online resource of Indigenous services within the Ottawa region. You can view the resource here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1WrcMfg2dmMjEWADW2tMbWjuKT172FrMB&ll=45.41906177922785%2C-75.70117000000005&z=11
To download file:
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Here is a snapshot of our Weekly Youth Gatherings which began in February 2018.
Indigenous Youth Voices - Roadmap to TRC 66
The network consists of First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth aged 30 and under. We invited Indigenous youth, youth councils, groups and organizations to unite and work together with the common goal of having our voices heard. Our focus was not on drawing attention to any one particular youth issue, but on connecting existing visions and amplifying the perspectives and priorities that they represent and include them into the roadmap.
"Our realities are important, and despite being the most vulnerable people in this country we are also the fastest growing demographic in Canada. Our priorities matter. Our solutions matter."
To learn more about Indigenous Youth Voices, visit: https://www.indigenousyouthvoices.com/
"Our realities are important, and despite being the most vulnerable people in this country we are also the fastest growing demographic in Canada. Our priorities matter. Our solutions matter."
To learn more about Indigenous Youth Voices, visit: https://www.indigenousyouthvoices.com/
Indigenous Youth Voices
A Way Forward in Conducting Research With and by Indigenous Youth
Indigenous Youth Voices (IYV) is excited to announce that, in partnership with the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society (the Caring Society), has received the SSHRC Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliation—Connection Grants
Our goal is to ensure that the knowledge produced by this research will empower Indigenous youth to better identify research, programs and services that work and do not work for them, and will also support youth in conducting their own youth-led research. The knowledge shared in the gatherings will inform a position paper to SSHRC on best practices for engaging with Indigenous youth in a holistic and ethical way.
Currently, IYV has conducted 6 sessions in Ottawa, Haida Gwai, Edmonton and Toronto. Sessions included LGBTQ2S+, urban Inuit, Metis, and diverse Indigenous youth leaders from Toronto and Winnipeg.
Our goal is to ensure that the knowledge produced by this research will empower Indigenous youth to better identify research, programs and services that work and do not work for them, and will also support youth in conducting their own youth-led research. The knowledge shared in the gatherings will inform a position paper to SSHRC on best practices for engaging with Indigenous youth in a holistic and ethical way.
Currently, IYV has conducted 6 sessions in Ottawa, Haida Gwai, Edmonton and Toronto. Sessions included LGBTQ2S+, urban Inuit, Metis, and diverse Indigenous youth leaders from Toronto and Winnipeg.
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IIn 2016, the Honourable Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, Carolyn Bennett, appointed Indigenous youth leaders André Bear, Gabrielle Fayant, and Maatalii Okalik to establish the Voices of Indigenous Youth Council to provide implementation recommendations for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Call to Action #66: “We call upon the federal government to establish multi year funding for community-based youth organizations to deliver programs on reconciliation, and establish a national network to share information and best practices.” The council developed A Roadmap to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call to Action #66 to guide the process, based on surveys and consultations with youth across the country. Gabrielle shared an engaging keynote on Indigenous Youth Voices at YouthREX’s 2018 Knowledge to Action Exchange. Summarized are 5 key messages from this talk.
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This is a sharable highlights supports specific to Ottawa. 
This is an example of the group norms that were created by youth, for youth at our weekly youth gatherings. We recommend to use this as a template for all youth groups.
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This living tapestry illustrates the skills and knowledge that indigenous youth bring to every circle they are part of. 
This world cafe summary compiles the responses of indigenous youth on topics of safety, culture, employment, etc. 
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Noongom
We have uploaded episodes of Noongom, a TV series hosted by co- founder Gabrielle Fayant. This series 'Noongom" means today in Anishnaabemowin. This series focuses on realities of Indigenous peoples in urban settings today. You will see many faces of community members throughout these videos, maybe you will even see yourself.
You can use this video and others (themes of allyship and homelessness) as educational resources.
You can use this video and others (themes of allyship and homelessness) as educational resources.
Mamandagokwe - Directed by Gabrielle Fayant
A short independent documentary film showcasing Dara Wawate-Chabot's life and the historical context of her community and the Algonquin Nation, including a focus on her story through beadwork and how Indigenous youth find beauty in the struggle (Ottawa, ON). Written, produced and directed by A7G co Founder Gabrielle Fayant.
