Service Description

Youth Empowerment Workshops: Strengthening Identity, Healing Through Culture Program Overview The Youth Empowerment Workshops are designed to inspire and uplift Indigenous youth through a holistic approach that blends culture, tradition, language, and healing. Delivered by experienced Indigenous specialists and knowledge keepers, these workshops focus on empowering youth to connect with their identity, strengthen their mental health, understand intergenerational trauma, and build leadership grounded in cultural values. Each workshop is customizable to meet the needs of schools, communities, organizations, or cultural programs, with flexible options ranging from 1-day introductions to 5-day intensive learning experiences. Through storytelling, ceremony, land-based learning, and interactive activities, youth are guided on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment — walking the red road of healing and leadership. Core Themes Throughout the Workshops Indigenous Perspectives & Identity – Understanding self through teachings, stories, and worldview. Culture, Traditions & Language – Reconnecting with ceremony, song, and language as healing tools. Mental Health & Wellness – Balancing mind, body, spirit, and emotion through culturally rooted practices. Intergenerational Trauma & Healing – Understanding history, embracing resilience, and creating change. Youth Leadership & Empowerment – Developing confidence, respect, and community responsibility. Facilitators & Specialists All workshops are hosted and facilitated by Indigenous specialists with extensive experience in: Cultural education and traditional knowledge sharing Addictions recovery, trauma-informed practice, and mental health advocacy Youth leadership, mentorship, and community development Language revitalization and land-based learning Each facilitator brings their own lived experience, cultural background, and professional expertise, creating a safe and empowering learning environment for all participants. Learning Outcomes By the end of the workshops, participants will: -Strengthen their cultural identity and community connections -Learn practical tools for mental wellness and emotional balance -Understand the impacts and healing pathways of intergenerational trauma -Develop confidence and leadership grounded in traditional values -Be inspired to carry culture, kindness, and courage into their communities