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From: "Anselmo Villanueva"

The future of our people is resting on the shoulders of our young people. To ensure that the youth are given a fair opportunity to lead one day, the Native Youth Leadership Academy is designed to provide the tools required to be positive leaders of our communities. This training is for youth ages 12-17 that have demonstrated leadership abilities through school studies, sports, community or other activities. No drinkers, gang members or failing students. This training is for youth who want to make a positive difference
for their people.

Objectives:
- To develop leadership skills
- To provide an opportunity for youth to practice leadership skills
- To challenge youth for positive change and growth

Topics: Native Wellness model, Native leadership styles and
characteristics, Making speeches, Culture and spirituality, Positive role modeling and healthy lifestyles, Vision, planning and goal setting, Communication skills and working with others.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Jillene Joseph, Associate Director, Native Wellness Institute 297 S.E. Palmblad Drive, Gresham, Oregon 97080. Telephone/FAX: (503) 666-7669 Email: jillene@nativewellness.com and see our
website http://www.nativewellness.com

Your registration form must be received 2 days before the session. Late registrations after this will be $350. The fee covers training manual, breaks and certificate.

TRAINERS for this event are: Robert Johnson (Creek) Marcus Guinn (Osage) Jillene Joseph (Gros Ventre) Native Youth Leadership Academy Sessions and Hotel Information July 28- 31, 2003 Portland, OR Portland Youth Leadership Academy registration fee is $350. This includes lodging and meals.

Portland Training Schedule: Special note: Co-sponsored by NIKE.
Participants will spend one day at the NIKE World Headquarters. Limited to 80 youth. Registration fee $350 Portland, OR, US Registration Adult sponsor ratio: 1 chaperone per 7 youth, Adults must register and send payment.

SourceNative Wellness Institute
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