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THE RED DEER URBAN ABORIGINAL VOICES SOCIETY

Welcome to the Urban Aboriginal Voices Society. We envision a future that advances and integrates values of democratic governance, environmental stewardship, cultural vibrancy, economic and financial security and social inclusiveness.

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Objectives

Facilitate a community dialogue and information gathering process to establish community priorities and actions that will address social issues,
Speak with a united voice on issues and concerns affecting our communities,
Establish regular gatherings of the urban Aboriginal communities to share information and celebrate our achievements,
Meet regularly with Municipal, Provincial, Federal, and Indigenous Governments to create dialogue, action, and funding for our urban issues,
Build and foster positive relationships amongst and between urban Aboriginal peoples in Red Deer and all of those working to improve the lives of Indigenous peoples.
Create space for Indigenous peoples to participate in building capacity through Indigenous led community development.

How do I get involved with U.A.V.S. ?

We are looking for people like you to join our voices to make a difference for Aboriginal people in the city of Red Deer. The Urban Aboriginal Voices Society needs more voices to join the domain groups who come together to meet at least once a month from 1-2 hours discussing relevant issues and concerns. For more information, please contact the U.A.V.S. Facilitator via email @ [email protected] today!

U.A.V.S. GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE

There are 7 Domain groups and 3 counsels. The domain groups are made up of the following: Housing, Education, Youth, Justice, Health, Employment & Culture. The Counsels: Elders, Youth & Womens'

THE RED DEER URBAN ABORIGINAL VOICES SOCIETY

Objectives

How do I get involved with U.A.V.S. ?

U.A.V.S. GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE