Wabaseemoong Independent Nation - OM for/pour Wabaseemoong Youth Green Living

Wabaseemoong Independent Nation - OM for/pour Wabaseemoong Youth Green Living

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Youth Innovations
Amount awarded$255,000
Duration36 months
Year2018-2019
Location served
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Northwestern
Population servedIndigenous youth (i.e. First Nations, Métis or Inuit youth), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+) youth, Youth at-risk of dropping out or have dropped out of school, Youth in care or leaving care, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth living in rural or remote communities, Youth living with disabilities or special needs between the ages of 12 to 29, Youth vulnerable of becoming or are in conflict with the law
Age group15 to 19 years, 20 to 25 years
Description$255,000 over 36 months to empower Indigenous youth to reach their full potential, gain independent life skills and employment experience through mentorship in Wabaseemoong Independent Nation.
Grant resultProvide mentorship opportunities for youth in and leaving care and/or youth involved in the justice system