Celebrating 18 years of service
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Youth Enrichment Programs and Adult Volunteer Experiences.
Ilima-Lei Macfarlane's "Ilimanator Scholarship"! An InterTribal Youth Mentor, Scholar, and Bellator MMA World Flyweight Champion Fighter, Ilima is leading a philanthropic campaign to provide "Ilimanator Scholarship" to young females who deserve a fighting chance to succeed. Ilima uses her platform to bring awareness to indigenous issues and provide holistic education and travel opportunities to young females. Application Priority Deadline April 15-22. Apply, Donate or find out more . . .
Native Like Water Overnight Voyage, San Diego, March 23, 24, 2019. InterTribal Youth Alumni set out in continuance of Native Like Water Curriculum of Indigenous Science and Coastal Culture. Youth, staff and experienced crew set on a overnight voyage to know the Kumeyaay Coast of San Diego. Open to ITY Alumni only. Contact us for more details.
A visit to the Bob Marley Museum and Studio
Jamaica Sweet 2019 Cultural Exchange and Earth Family Gathering, May 21- 28, 2019 This program is designed with no age limit. It is for youth, adults, and elders. Perfect for students, teachers, mentors, parents and extended Family. Bob Marley and Jamaica has given the world so much. Join the invitation to attend the VIP Earth Family Gathering, Kingston Community Exchange and Ocho Rios, Irie River. Program registration now open.
Enjoyable learning and observations with Youth from various Nations.
InterTribal Youth / Young Native Scholars Summer Enrichment Residential (18th Annual) So Cal, California. July 14-25, 2019; For ages 12-18. An eighteen-year history of curriculum and enrichment programs culturally based in science, arts, wellness and leadership. This is our flag-ship program that services youth ages 12-18 whom are considered "pre-college" and at the highest risk. Over the years, 100's of youth have been enriched locally, nationally, and internationally during residential programming and community learning. Elders, top professionals, leaders, and college-age mentors provide support staff. Program registration for 2019 is now open.
Face to Face with Nature in Panama.
Inter-generational International Exchange for adults, college age and youth: Panama Central America June 22-30 2019
Registration NOW OPEN. A no pressure, leisurely, Inter-generational learning and relaxing experience. The goal of the program is to introduce ourselves to the concept of Indigenous Science, have fun and build unity, knowledge and recognition with other tribal nations. Interwoven fabric of FUN knowledge that includes: environmental sustainability, biological and earth sciences, oral history, health, botanical healing, lifestyle, global climate change, and the management of natural resources.
2018 Nigani SCholarship Awardee, Hali’a Locke-Nacimento at the San Diego REsidential Academy
Nahko with Tristen, Scholarship Recipient
Nahko and the "Medicine Tribe" Scholarship 2019 Campaign : a heightened spirit of giving and a collective affirmation acknowledging #ItTakesaTribe to Educate a Youth! This opportunity of giving provides life changing educational experiences. Nahko and the fan base of the "Medicine Tribe" inspire us all by coming strong with the love. Join us and please Donate or Apply today, Priority Deadline April 15-22.. For more info or to Apply, Donate Click Here
InterTribal Youth Big Island Hawaií June 2019 (rescheduling TBA) For Youth (12-18) and Adult Youth Teachers/Mentors A holistic approach to education is an aim to "Indigenize Education" and must includes cultural identity. Hawaiian programs are leading the way in cultural-based curriculum and is proving very helpful in western academic success. Recent studies show students exceling in tests (government school test) in the upper grade levels when Teachers "teach to the spirit, ancient knowledge, and not teach simply to the test." Join us on this beautiful island as we are hands-on, in-tune and with the kingdom of paradise. Traditional relation of Land, Ocean, and sky environments to be seen and felt.
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InterTribal Youth Big Island Hawaií June 18-25, 2018 POSTPONED. For Youth (12-18) and Adult Youth Teachers/Mentors Hawaiian programs are leading the way in cultural-based curriculum and proving very helpful in western academic success. Our program to the Big Island was postponed due to the concerns and overactivity of Kilauea Volcano. There is a great cultural and educational significance to this natural occurrence. Learn more here . . .
InterTribal Youth Joins Hokulea World-Wide Voyage Homecoming and Presents at World Youth Congress, Oahu June 16-22. 2017, Youth from Agua Caliente Cahuilla, various Bands of the Kumeyaay Nation, Alaska, and Belize joined by Tribal Elder and Leaders present at world gathering in celebration of the greatest example of indigenous education and global unification, caring for Mother Earth - "Malama Honua".
InterTribal Youth chosen by Haro BMX Bikes, Paul Cannon and Nahko Bear as recipient to a special Haro Bike Honoring Give-away. Honored youth awarded by Joe Haro, Nahko Bear and Paul Cannon on Dec. 7th at the Pala Skate Park. A special concert featuring Paul Cannon and Nahko Bear followed, the next day. Learn more . .
