Indigenous Village
Indigenous Village is back! This fall, O-YA is excited to once again offer this special program for youth in Grades 7–12, in partnership with Indigenous Experiences. Each week, youth will have the opportunity to learn about and participate in Indigenous culture through hands-on workshops and activities. It’s a chance to learn, create, and connect while bringing Indigenous culture and teachings into our community!
Who: Grades 7–12
When: Wednesdays: October 21, 28, November 4, 11
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $10/night or $30 for all four sessions
Workshops:
Wednesday, October 21 – Medicine Teaching Workshop
Learn about traditional Indigenous medicines and their importance in Indigenous cultures. Youth will have the opportunity to learn about different medicines, their traditional uses, and the teachings and knowledge connected to them. This hands-on workshop is a chance to learn, ask questions, and gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous knowledge and traditions.
Wednesday, October 28 – Dreamcatcher Workshop
Make your own dreamcatcher to bring home! Led by an Indigenous Experiences Ambassador, this hands-on workshop will teach youth about the traditional origin story of dreamcatchers while they create their own.
Wednesday, November 4 – Beading Workshop
An evening of creativity and learning as we explore the art of Indigenous beading. Youth will learn about the significance and traditions of beadwork while creating their own beaded piece to take home. This hands-on workshop is a fun opportunity to learn a new skill, get creative, and connect with Indigenous culture.
Wednesday, November 11 – Feel the Heartbeat Workshop
Explore our strong connection to one another through the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Youth will explore the concept of “good medicine” through musical connections while learning about our relationship with Mother Earth. This interactive workshop will include traditional musical instruments such as drums and rattles, as well as social singing and dancing. Youth will have the opportunity to create their own music and participate throughout the workshop, led by an Indigenous Experiences Ambassador.
Who: Grades 7–12
When: Wednesdays: October 21, 28, November 4, 11
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $10/night or $30 for all four sessions
Workshops:
Wednesday, October 21 – Medicine Teaching Workshop
Learn about traditional Indigenous medicines and their importance in Indigenous cultures. Youth will have the opportunity to learn about different medicines, their traditional uses, and the teachings and knowledge connected to them. This hands-on workshop is a chance to learn, ask questions, and gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous knowledge and traditions.
Wednesday, October 28 – Dreamcatcher Workshop
Make your own dreamcatcher to bring home! Led by an Indigenous Experiences Ambassador, this hands-on workshop will teach youth about the traditional origin story of dreamcatchers while they create their own.
Wednesday, November 4 – Beading Workshop
An evening of creativity and learning as we explore the art of Indigenous beading. Youth will learn about the significance and traditions of beadwork while creating their own beaded piece to take home. This hands-on workshop is a fun opportunity to learn a new skill, get creative, and connect with Indigenous culture.
Wednesday, November 11 – Feel the Heartbeat Workshop
Explore our strong connection to one another through the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Youth will explore the concept of “good medicine” through musical connections while learning about our relationship with Mother Earth. This interactive workshop will include traditional musical instruments such as drums and rattles, as well as social singing and dancing. Youth will have the opportunity to create their own music and participate throughout the workshop, led by an Indigenous Experiences Ambassador.
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The Osgoode Youth Association (O-YA)