Early Entrants & Honorable Mentions come together on Google+ Hangout

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Posted January 25th, 2012

The early entry winners and honorable mentions of the Inspiring Approaches to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Learning competition were announced here a few weeks ago. Last week, these entrants came together for the first time to discuss the state of innovation in their communities, and the methods that they see are improving the lives of those around them.

The entrants came from across Canada, and by the end of the meeting they were conspiring to find ways to bring their programs together. 

Entrant Winners:

Aboriginal Student Links (Ontario) 

Aboriginal Student Links (ASL) addresses one of the biggest barriers to the graduation of secondary school students: ongoing support and mentorship. Developed by Nipissing University's Office of Aboriginal Initiatives in partnership with two local school boards, ASL sends current university students to mentor secondary students in order to ensure their successful transition into the next stage of learning.

Ateliers de formation du Wapikoni mobile (Quebec)

Wapikoni Mobile is a traveling video and music studio that teaches Aboriginal youth how to use multimedia tools in order to tell their stories. Video and music become intervention tools for at risk students by giving youth a mode of self-expression, boosting confidence, and stimulating motivation through developing skills and competencies in media technology.
 
Honorable Mentions:

Urban Butterflies (British Columbia)

A day camp for Aboriginal girls ages 9 to 13, Urban Butterflies emphasizes positive role models for Aboriginal women. During the program, girls develop a strong understanding of their culture and identity, and they gain the self-confidence they need for high achievement.

Indigenous Women in Community Leadership (IWCL) program (Nova Scotia)

Based at the Coady International Institute at St. Francis Xavier University, the IWCL supports Canadian Indigenous women through mentorship, intensive leadership workshops, and community strengthening projects. Only two days remain to enter this competition. More than 30 awards are available, including cash awards of $500 to $5,000. The deadline to enter is January 27, so enter (or just help us spread the word) TODAY!

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Thu, 01/26/2012 - 21:07
Kendall White

Aboriginal Student links has allowed me to develop so much since it first started. It taught me how to become a leader, how to enjoy my culutre, and how to have fun. I love the program and regret that I won't be able to continue after going to post secondary but I will never forget the lessons I learned.