Ottawa, ON —– The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) is once again searching for Canada’s outstanding First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth for nomination to the 2010-2011 National Aboriginal Role Model Program (NARMP).The Program, which has been organized by NAHO for the past six years, aims to highlight the accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth aged 13 to 30. The Program’s theme is ―Lead Your Way!
All Aboriginal youth are being called upon to nominate their role models by 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, March 19, 2010.
“Across Canada, the National Aboriginal Role Models of NAHO touch the lives of First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth in a meaningful and real way,” says Dr. Paulette C. Tremblay, CEO of NAHO.
Lucie Idlout, the National Spokesperson for the NARMP, says, "Determination, a dream and drive are ingredients for success. Inuit, First Nations, and Métis youth have the spirit to succeed and these role models are a prime example of that.”
Idlout goes on to say, “Even being nominated is an honour that our communities can be proud of.”
A selection committee of Aboriginal youth will choose the top 12 role models. Those chosen will be role models for a year, visiting First Nations, Inuit and Métis schools and communities to share their stories of hope and success. NAHO will be producing posters and trading cards of each of the role models.
Nomination forms can be found online at www.naho.ca/rolemodel, or by calling toll-free 1-877-602-4445.
NARMP, a program administered by NAHO, celebrates the accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth aged 13 to 30. Lead Your Way, the program’s theme, inspires Aboriginal youth to strive to reach their goals.
Throughout the year, role models will visit First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities to share their stories with other Aboriginal youth. They lead by example and touch the hearts of many First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada.
