Oral Histories: Bridging the Generational Divide

The Oral Histories project is an opportunity to have both Indigenous Youth and Elders come together to craft stories that relay Indigenous teachings.

Our hope is to create stories as a written or audio- video collection (which would be up to the comfort and discretion of the participating Elders) to share with the community as resources and a way to preserve and treasure culture.

We think that these kinds of artistic resources are a vital aspect to Indigenous Healing and as a connection for the broader community, who don’t have the ability to connect with Elders or Knowledge-keepers.

For Indigenous youth artists, this project will not only help them refine their writing skills, but also offer a new experience that may shape their voices as Indigenous writers and cultural liaisons. It allows Elders an opportunity to voice their experiences and their knowledge in an artistic way.

This is an important project which offers a link between Indigenous youth and Elders by “Bridging the Generational Divide”. This is a challenge in today's age, as the disconnect between those generations is vast.

We are seeking 9 Elders and 9 Youth, between the ages of 18-30 years. THIS IS A PAID OPPORTUNITY. An honorarium is available to those who participate in this project.

Youth honorarium: $450.00

Elder honorarium: $550.00

Meeting dates will be set-up between the participants once signed up, and an Elder will be paired with a Youth participant to record and share stories in ways they view appropriate and comfortable. Office space is available.

Sign up by emailing Cheyenne at cheyenne@sniwwoc.ca with subject line: ORAL HISTORIES PROJECT by November 15th, 2021.