The overall goal of FNPSS’ work with youth is to encourage and support First Nations youth to pursue education and careers in public administration and governance.
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YOUTH ENGAGEMENT ROUNDTABLE STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION
In August 2020, FNPSS hosted a Youth Engagement Roundtable Strategic Planning Session (the “Roundtable”) organized and attended by Indigenous youth leaders from across BC. The aim of the Roundtable was to formulate next steps for increasing youth presence and participation in FNPSS activities and overall capacity within the First Nations public service. FNPSS sees this Roundtable as the first step in greater effort to build and hold these spaces for youth to allow for self-determination in action and opportunities for long-term planning. Read the full 2020 Youth Roundtable Report.
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT
At FNPSS, our youth work is informed by-youth and for-youth and we recognize the importance of empowering young voices in shaping our work. Youth perspectives, aspirations, and challenges are essential in guiding our efforts to better support First Nations youth in pursuing education and careers within their communities.
We're embarking on new initiatives to engage with First Nations youth from across BC, and we want to hear from you!
If you're a First Nations youth eager to share your voice, ideas, and interest in working in your Nation, we invite you to participate in our youth engagement survey.
Connect with us at info@fnps.ca to learn more and be part of empowering youth to shape the future of BC First Nations.
INTERNSHIPS
Securing meaningful and paid work experience through internships can be an excellent opportunity for First Nations youth to build their public administration and leadership skills before launching their careers. The programs below are not FNPSS-led; however, FNPSS works with our partners to support these valuable internship programs.
Indigenous Youth Internship Program (IYIP)
The Indigenous Youth Internship Program (IYIP) provides a 1-year paid internship for up to 25 young Indigenous British Columbians, ages 19 to 29. The program encourages Indigenous youth to consider the BC Public Service and First Nations / Indigenous organizations as a place to pursue a rewarding career. The program helps to support Indigenous youth to develop their leadership skills through work placements. Interns are initially placed with a BC Government ministry for the first 9 months. Following that, the intern is placed with an Indigenous organization for three months (salary still paid by BC Government). For more information on the program, including applying as a Intern or as a First Nation to host an Intern, visit Indigenous Youth Internship Program - Province of British Columbia.
Indigenous Intern Leadership Program (IILP)
The Indigenous Intern Leadership Program (IILP) was created through a collaboration between the BC Assembly of First Nations, the Business Council of BC, and Vancouver Island University (VIU). The IILP matches employers in BC with recent graduates, who self-identify as Indigenous, from 25 recognized BC post-secondary institutions. VIU administers the two-year paid work placement allowing for a rich experience that builds professional capacity and networks, and increases skills and knowledge for all. Graduating students should contact VIU for more information at IIPL@viu.ca.
In the fall of 2020, the federal government in BC became one of the employers in the IILP and welcomes recent graduate and future Indigenous leaders to join the federal public service for a two-year work experience. In the second year of the work experience, interns will have the opportunity to work outside of government for an Indigenous organization or a First Nations Community for at least three months (salary to be covered by the federal government). To learn more about this opportunity to host students for a three-month placement, please contact the BC Federal Council or FNPSS.
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📢 Registration Now Open for 2025 Foundations of Professional Communications! *New Dates*📢
The Foundations of Professional Communications for First Nations (FAPC 100) course is back this January, and it’s better than ever! Designed for First Nations communicators, this training provides hands-on experience with communication planning, social media strategies, and more - plus the chance to earn 3 university credits through the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT).
The course delivered real results in 2024, and we’re excited to share the highlights! From expanded social media strategies to hands-on communication planning, the course empowered participants to earn 3 university credits and strengthen practical skills they’re already applying in their communities. The 2024 outcomes report showcases how feedback from participants shaped key updates, ensuring the 2025 session will continue to adapt with the evolving needs of First Nations communicators. Curious about how this training could benefit you? Check out the report to learn more and join us for the next session launching on January 23, 2025.
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Happy holidays from the FNPSS team!
Our offices will be closed starting December 23rd and will re-open again on January 6th, 2025.
We look forward to working with you all again in the New Year!
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Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!
Darcy Lindberg will be leading a session on the Declaration of Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council.
FNPSS and LGMA gratefully acknowledge the financial support of FortisBC.
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Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!
Chief Ken Watts will be leading the 'Examples of Local Government & First Nations Partnerships in Land Use Planning' session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council.
FNPSS and LGMA gratefully acknowledge the financial support of FortisBC.
#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning
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Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!
Dr. Aftab Erfan will be leading the 'Public Education and Engagement in the Face of Resistance to Change' session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council Basin Council.
FNPSS and LGMA gratefully acknowledge the financial support of FortisBC.
#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment #PublicEducation #Engagement
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