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Urban Native Youth Association

Urban Native Youth Association

UNYA is a registered not-for-profit society with the Province of BC and a federally registered charitable organization. UNYA was formed in 1988 to address Native youth issues when growing numbers of young people began leaving reserves for the city. Many continue to arrive in Vancouver with few job skills, minimal training or education, and little or no knowledge of where to go for help. Today, approximately 60% of the Native population lives in urban settings, and 60% of the overall Native population is under the age of 25. As of 2012, we have over twenty programs, over one hundred volunteers, almost 100 full and part-time staff, and 200+ community partners.

Keywords: First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples , Cultural Centres , Community Services , Children and Youth



Urban Native Youth Association
1618 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 1S6

Urban Native Youth Association url http://www.unya.bc.ca/

Urban Native Youth Association Phone Number 604-254-7732

Urban Native Youth Association Email address info@unya.bc.ca



Volunteer Information for Urban Native Youth Association

What services does your organization provide?
UNYA offers a wide variety of programming for Native youth, including counselling, mentorship, life-skills training, cultural and recreational group activities, school support, family mediation and much more.


Do you have any age requirements?
We are seeking passionate volunteer Mentors, from all backgrounds, to engage in meaningful and supportive relationships with 12 to 20-year-old Aboriginal youth. Volunteer Mentors will meet with their youth throughout the month, and participate in one-on-one, fun, consistent and positive activities together. Both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal persons are encouraged to apply. Mentoring Possibilities:

  • Life-skills
  • Recreation
  • Sports
  • Culture
  • Arts
  • Music
  • Tutouring

  • Are there any specific skills and experience required?
    Volunteer mentors must be able to commit a minimum of 1 year to a mentorship, and meet with their youth for 2-4 hours per week.


    What type of volunteer positions are typically available?
    Volunteer mentors must: be mature, positive role-models; be energetic and able to relate well to youth; successfully complete a Criminal Records Check (we reimburse)


    Is there any training provided for volunteers?
    Training provided:

  • Mentor orientation;
  • Ongoing follow-up and support from program staff;
  • Monthly support/discussion group;
  • Free bi-monthly trainings/workshops on subjects such as cultural awareness, sexual health, conflict resolution; alcohol & drugs, mental health, internet safety and more.

  • How will a person benefit from volunteering with Urban Native Youth Association?
    Benefits:

  • Cross-cultural experience & training;
  • Opportunity to develop long-lasting relationships with youth;
  • Meet new people; Free monthly group activities;
  • Tickets to sporting events, arts and cultural activities



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