The Unified Aboriginal Youth Collective is a consortium of Aboriginal youth representative bodies and organizations in British Columbia. Their purpose is to unify the diverse groups of Aboriginal youth in British Columbia to establish a common voice.
The UAYC was established in 2006 when Aboriginal youth around BC expressed interest in working together through a unified forum. Since its inception, the UAYC has worked in partnership with the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation. Current members of the UAYC include:
- Knowledgeable Aboriginal Youth Association
- Aboriginal Youth Leadership Association
- BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres – Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council
- Métis Youth British Columbia
- BC Assembly of First Nations—First Nations Youth Council of BC
UAYC Objectives:
The UAYC has the following objectives:
- To build positive relationships amongst BC Aboriginal groups.
- To support and create opportunities to develop and enhance Aboriginal youth leadership.
- To advocate for youth representation and participation within the Province of British Columbia.
- To represent Aboriginal youth voices in a working relationship with governing bodies in areas of legislation, policy, initiatives, programs, and services.
- To increase and support capacity for the continued growth of Aboriginal youth initiatives, leadership & institutions of governance.
Projects and Activities:
- Past and present projects and activities of the UAYC include:
- Support and influence for the development of the Government of British Columbia’s Aboriginal Youth Internship Program.
- Hosting an annual provincial youth forum which brings together youth from all the UAYC member organizations to discuss issues of importance to Aboriginal youth.
- Currently developing activities around 5 key areas, including, but not limited to: child and family services, language and culture, education, sports and recreation, and health and wellness.
For More Information:
To learn more about the UAYC, please contact Rachel Mason, Senior Advisor at the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, at
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