Dialogues for Promoting Indigenous Spirituality and Culture
Finding our Rhythm
Guiding young Indigenous Peoples to develop skills tied to their traditional culture through hands-on learning is the oldest form of knowledge sharing in Indigenous communities.
Whether through storytelling or practical guidance, it builds bonds between the youngest and eldest and fosters pride in one’s community. This is how communities keep ancient traditions alive and instill sacred teachings in the next generation.
Frog Lake First Nation and The Kehewin Cree Nation in Alberta are committed to restoring their cultural legacies and doing so in a fun, engaging, and creative way. To reach the youngest in their communities, the two Nations have come together to introduce a youth dance group ages 8-21 that will run over a year. Knowledge Keepers, Elders and dance instructors will guide at least 20 participants in Fancy Dawn, Jingle Dress, Grass Hopp, and other traditional styles. Generations of Healing will help youth learn and engage in these traditional dances, build confidence, establish cultural pride, and foster a sense of belonging in their community and amongst one another.
The Indigenous Reconciliation Fund (IRF) is supporting this educational initiative by covering costs associated with regalia-making, instructor honorariums, rental spaces, and transportation. As an Indigenous-led initiative, the IRF’s funding will help the group focus on its core purpose: to pass down traditional wisdom in a healthy manner and ensure sacred cultural knowledge remains vibrant and alive with the youngest generation.
Diocese of St. Paul
