Mental health and addictions in Tsinstikeptum 9, British Columbia
ONA - R'Native Voice
Offered by Okanagan Nation Alliance
In short
RNative Voice is a youth mental health program for ages 12-18 and is a prevention program to reduce drug use, incidence of suicide, depression and community violence through learning about Syilx identity and belonging, life skills and culture and language.
- Who it is for
- Youth, Indigenous people; Youth, Indigenous, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Where
- 3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1N7
- How to reach
- Contact through Okanagan Nation Alliance: (250) 707-0095 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
RNative Voice is a youth mental health program for ages 12-18 and is a prevention program to reduce drug use, incidence of suicide, depression and community violence through learning about Syilx identity and belonging, life skills and culture and language.
The program is delivered in the seven member communities and three urban centers over 8-12 weeks, depending on community needs. In each community a Community Liaison Worker is assigned to assist in delivery of program. The curriculum is structured in a way that encourages each group to invite local resource people such as Elders, Storytellers, Mentors and other community teachers to participate and share their knowledge. The curriculum has been revised utilizing captikwl and nsyilxcn in all components.
To access the RNative Voice Program you can contact the RNative Voice Coordinator or your Band Youth Worker in your community.
Who can use it?
Indigenous youth 12-18 years of age
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 707-0095, or use the website.
Listed in Tsinstikeptum 9, British Columbia.
3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1N7
3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1N7Tsinstikeptum 9, British Columbia
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