Videos
Join community leaders in our video series as they share their experiences and insights of how to enter into leadership roles.
Community Leadership
Community Support
Esk’etemc youth leaders Dallas George and Sarah Dixon share their insights into the importance of community, recommendations and challenges for future leaders to tackle, and what to look for when seeking a mentor.
Giving Back to Your Community
Join Mayor of Fort St. John Lori Ackerman as she discusses the integral relationship between leadership and community, and how to build community through support and networking.
Mentorship: Giving Back
Gerald Bent discusses how mentorship comes into play in his role as a Correctional Programs Officer in Vancouver, and the impacts of Intergenerational trauma. Gerald Bent is a Two-Spirit, Status Indian and a member of the Lytton Indian Band, which is located in the traditional territory of the Nlakapamux nation.
Leadership at the Ground Level
Join community leaders Theresa (Tess) Healy and Wendy Young as they share their experiences in community leadership, the power of participatory action research, how to build your community circle, and tips for youth interested in entering leadership roles.
Leadership Skills
Perseverance in Leadership
Esk’etemc youth leaders Dallas George and Sarah Dixon share their experiences of Indigenous youth leadership, where to look for inspiration and motivation, and tips for taking on leadership roles.
Trusting Your Intuition
Student and community leader Penína Sara-Lynn Harding shares her experiences with leadership, including female strength in leadership postions, where to find motivation, and how to maintain self-care and balance priorities during a pandemic. Penína is a Ph.D. student in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies at UNBC and an accepted member of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation.
Indigenous Youth Leadership
As an Indigenous student, how do you start on the path to leadership? Gerald Bent offers insight into how to take the first steps toward leadership, finding your passions, getting involved, and tips on maintaining a healthy Medicine Wheel along the way. Gerald is a Correctional Programs Officer and Indigenous Educator, Two-Spirit, Status Indian and a member of the Lytton Indian Band, which is located in the traditional territory of the Nlakapamux nation.
Leadership in the LGBTQ2+ Community
In 2003, the BC Court of Appeal ruled in favour of eight couples who were petitioning for the right to marry. One of those couples included Theresa (Tess) Healy and Wendy Young of Prince George. Join Tess and Wendy as they share their experiences and insights about being leaders in the LGBTQ2+ community.
Work-life Balance for Young Leaders
Join Prince George City Councillor Cori Ramsay as she shares how she handles work-life balance as a municipal representative in Northern British Columbia and gives insights into navigating youth leadership.
Entering Politics
Work Ethic, Resiliency and Volunteerism
Join Prince George City Councillor Cori Ramsay as she discusses her experiences planning and running a campaign, social media and marketing, and finding a campaign manager.
Being a Leader in Municipal Government
The Mayor of Fort St. John, Lori Ackerman, shares her experiences as mayor, the opportunities to make a difference through local governance, how to take the first step toward leadership, and the importance of including everyone in on the conversation.
Informing the Conversation Through Leadership
Prince George City Councillor Susan Scott shares her insights into what it’s like being a municipal representative, tips for how to build a campaign, the importance of collaboration in leadership roles, and maintaining work-life balance.
Leading as a Student
Using Your Identity as a Strength
Taya Jardine is a student leader at UBC Okanagan. Taya discusses tips on getting engaged in the student community, the importance of building foundations, and her experiences as an Indigenous, Female, Queer youth in student advocacy.
Student Advocacy
Student advocacy is an excellent starting point for youth interested in starting their leadership journey. Tashia Kootenayoo, the Vice-President Internal for UBC Students’ Union Okanagan, shares advice on how to take the first steps towards student leadership, creating a student campaign platform, and dealing with setbacks.
Navigating Post-Secondary Education
Undergraduate and graduate studies can be overwhelming. Penína Sara-Lynn Harding gives insights into her experiences navigating graduate school and offers valuable advice on learning when to say “no,” identifying your achievements, setting goals, and seeking mentorship. Penína is a Ph.D. student in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies at UNBC and an accepted member of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation.
Finding Your Voice Through Research
Correctional Programs Officer and Indigenous Educator Gerald Bent shares the ups and downs of his educational journey and career decisions. Learn about how to apply your passion to research, and the importance of Indigenizing academia. Gerald is a Two-Spirit, Status Indian and a member of the Lytton Indian Band, which is located in the traditional territory of the Nlakapamux nation.