Turtle Concepts
| Turtle Concepts | |
|---|---|
| Type | Organization |
Turtle Concepts is a team that shared personal journeys during the Expanding Your Understanding LGBTQ2S+ Workshop.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- September 2018: The founder of this organization attended the Honouring Mothers Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day Mini Pow Wow to connect with friends in Thunder Bay.[2]
- May 2019: The group's founder, Dave Jones, served as the emcee for the Dare to Dream Day variety show.[3]
- September 2021: The organization led four evenings of virtual events for the Celebrating Us Virtual Youth Gathering in September 2021. They participated in the Celebration Lounge event to provide a social space for youth.[4]
- October 2021: The group provided motivational programming for the Dilico Anishinabek Family Care youth gathering in October 2021. Staff members Daniel Jones and Jodi Taylor were introduced during the virtual celebration lounge.[5]
- October 2021: The business adapted its confidence-building workshops to online formats during the COVID-19 pandemic. It launched new initiatives such as Turtle Talks, a Parenting Relief program, and a series on addictions called Get Addicted. The organization was founded by Dave Jones and Daniel Jones to promote self-esteem and confidence.[6]
- April 2022: The group facilitated workshops for Dilico Anishinabek Family Care to help refresh the spirits of youth and Elders. The organization led activities including jigging, storytelling, and a fashion show featuring Seven Grandfather t-shirts. The company worked with youth during the COVID-19 pandemic and held in-person sessions in March 2022.[7]
- July 2023: This organization planned a summer trip to various rural Indigenous communities across Ontario. Tia Nootchtai participated in a guest trip with this group alongside Emma Morrison.[8]
- November 2023: The team facilitated the Expanding Your Understanding LGBTQ2S+ Workshop on October 27, 2023. The group has noted an increased need regarding confidence and how it impacts a person's life.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Creating a safe space through expanding understanding", Anishinabek News, 15 November 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "‘It’s important to recognize the dangers of drinking alcohol during pregnancy’", Anishinabek News, 13 September 2018 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Kids dream big at Dare to Dream Day in Thunder Bay", Anishinabek News, 10 May 2019 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Dilico Youth Council to connect with Indigenous youth during the month of September", Anishinabek News, 8 September 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Dilico Anishinabek Family Care comes together for youth gathering", Anishinabek News, 25 October 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Ojibwe-owned business promotes confidence", Anishinabek News, 26 October 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Elders Committee and Youth Council come together to refresh spirits", Anishinabek News, 28 April 2022 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Atikameksheng Anishnawbek’s Miss Ontario Regional Canada 2023 calls on youth to Live Out Loud", Anishinabek News, 17 July 2023 (archived copy; original article).