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National Mental Wellness Youth Council Initiative: Youth Applicant Survey

Thank you for considering a role with the Ways of the Heart Youth Council, a national initiative by Thunderbird Partnership Foundation and First Peoples Wellness Circle. Our mission is to support Indigenous mental wellness from coast to coast to coast , and we are looking for youth with a strong commitment to community who can help guide our initiatives.

This application helps us understand your background, cultural connections, and perspectives on Indigenous youth mental wellness. Please share only what you’re comfortable with, knowing that your responses will be treated respectfully and confidentially.

As a Youth Council member, you will represent Indigenous youth at national and international events, benefit from mentorship and training, and have opportunities to influence wellness initiatives. This role requires a commitment to meetings, travel, and active participation in council activities.

Eligibility Requirements

  • 18-29 years old
  • Must live in the land you claim to represent
  • Must provide proof of Indigenous identity
  • Must have available time to give towards projects
  • Must have interest in learning & mentorship!

Consider these expectations as you apply.

We are looking for youth representatives from:
  • Newfoundland & Labrador
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Nunavut
  • Northwest Territories
  • Yukon
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
Please visit our websites to learn more about our organizations:

Thunderbird Partnership Foundation
First Peoples Wellness Circle

If you have any questions, please email youthcouncil@thunderbirdpf.org
Contact Information
1.Name(Required.)
2.Email(Required.)
3.Phone Number(Required.)
About You
4.What is your date of birth?(Required.)
5.What Nation are you from?(Required.)
6.Current Residence (including region or province/territory) and length of time at your current residence?(Required.)
7.Do you live in your home territory or the same province/region as your community?(Required.)
8.Please share your connection to youth-led and/or regional networks(Required.)
9.Please share a short description about yourself (250-400 words)(Required.)
10.Are you comfortable with sharing your relationship with culture? (Required.)
11.If so, what would you like to share (e.g., language, ceremony, connection with the land, etc.)
12.Do you give permission to be contacted for other opportunities that may arise?(Required.)
Main Questions
13.Why are you drawn to being a part of this council to support mental wellness among Indigenous youth?
14.What unique experiences or perspectives can you bring to the Youth Council to influence mental wellness initiatives? Can you share an experience where you promoted and help to strengthen mental wellness within your community?
15.How do you see your role in the Youth Council affecting mental wellness in Indigenous youth communities? Please share any other interests that you may have that would support this role.
16.In your opinion, what are the most pressing mental wellness issues facing Indigenous youth today? Are there specific mental wellness initiatives you would like to bring to the Youth Council for Indigenous youth?
17.How comfortable are you with representing the voice and interests of Indigenous youth at national and international events, conferences or meetings?(Required.)
18.Is there any other information that you would like to share regarding your response?
19.How do you envision the mentorship and training provided by the Ways of the Heart Youth Council benefiting your current work in mental wellness for Indigenous youth?
20.How could academic and employment support from the Ways of the Heart Youth Council support your future career, specifically in the area of mental wellness?
21.Given other commitments that you may have, how will you ensure ongoing and active participation in the Ways of the Heart Youth Council?
22.Are you comfortable traveling by all methods of travel (bus, train, plane, taxi)? (Required.)
23.Are you comfortable traveling on your own?(Required.)
24.Is there any other information that you would like to share?
25.Do you have any accessibility needs that you wish to disclose (e.g., assistance with traveling, interpreter, support animal, dietary restrictions/allergies.)
26.Please use this space to provide any other information that you would like to share.
27.We kindly ask that you attach/upload two reference letters from individuals that you may work alongside and/or have reported to (e.g. Community Elder, Knowledge Keepers, Supervisor, Manager, Teacher, Professor, etc.).
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28.If you would like to attach a resume or cover letter please do so here.
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29.Are there any other documents you would like to attach at this time?
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