Manitoba Advocate for Children & Youth
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Reminder! We are looking for feedback from MACY clients to help us improve our services. You can submit a survey (anonymously, if you'd like) here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L9FST6B

Amazing work by RCYBC YOUTH on this claymation video! Don't forget, #PinkShirtDay is next week - Wednesday, Feb. 24.

We took a brief break from videos this week, so in case you missed it: check out last week's TRC discussion! Or any of the other 40+ episodes of Youth Engagement Live

This weekend will mark 2 years since we released the Learning from Nelson Mandela report about youth solitary confinement and pepper spray use in Manitoba. While the province has made some progress on 42% of recommendations, only 1 of the 6 recommendations has been completed so far. More information on our recommendation tracking process here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/recommendation-tracking/

Happy Tuesday! For #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re sharing stories for children and youth. Today, let’s learn about Herb Carnegie (November 8, 1919-March 9, 2012). Carnegie was arguably the first Black Canadian hockey star and a member of the Black Aces, the first all-Black line in hockey (outside the Coloured Hockey League of the Maritimes). He played competitive hockey in the 1940s and 1950s, mostly in the Québec and Ontario Junior A and senior leagues. Carnegie is widely regar...ded (as) the best Black player never to compete in the National Hockey League... Carnegie was a recipient of the Order of Canada and was inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. ^Information from the Canadian Encyclopedia https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca//arti/herb-carnegie

Happy #ValentinesDay, #HaveaHeartDay and #LouisRielDay - what a busy long weekend! We enjoyed sharing cards with children and youth, plus making some of Spirit Bear's amazing chocolate chip cookies. Thanks for the recipe, First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada! https://fncaringsociety.com//files/38363_sb_recipe_cards_v For more information on Have a Heart Day, click here: https://fncaringsociety.com/have-a-heart

TRC Discussions with MACY’s YE LIVE! Episode 2 February 12, 2021 Hosts: Knowledge Keeper Cheryl Alexander & Youth Engagement Coordinator Jon Skrypnyk Video Length: ~13 min.... TODAY'S TOPICS INCLUDE: - Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) - Calls to Action; Overview - Self care, face masks and social distancing - Youth resources available during COVID-19 Crisis - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) information HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://kidshelpphone.ca/ http://www.trc.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC #NationalChildDay #GotRights? #TRC #CallsToAction

We are MACY’s YE LIVE! Episode 38 December 25, 2020 Hosts: Knowledge Keeper Cheryl Alexander & Youth Engagement Coordinator Jon Skrypnyk Video Length: 18 min.... TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #6; You have the right to not only live, but thrive. - YAAS! UNCRC Article/Rights Video - Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays - Winter Solstice - Self Care, Face Masks and Social Distancing - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) Information HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://kidshelpphone.ca/ www.trc.ca/about-us.html Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC #NationalChildDay #GotRights?

Merry Christmas from the MACY team and Wavy Guy! We hope you get to enjoy some time off while staying safe at home. Here are our holiday hours for the next few weeks: Dec. 24 - Open 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 25-28 - Closed Dec. 29-31 - Open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.... Jan. 1 - Closed See more

Meet YAAS! Name: Sophia Stang Age: 19 years old Home Community: Mitchell, MB, Canada via Friesoythe, Germany ... Favourite Food: Potatoes in every way, shape & form, dark chocolate Strengths: Bringing people together, passion to learn new things. Causes I Support: Bringing awareness to the exploitation of youth. Personal Goals: To visit my family in Germany, learn to do my own taxes. What I like About YAAS!: The people, we have such a great group of youth and I am lucky to have met every one of them. You can find all of the Youth Ambassador Advisory Squad (YAAS!) trading cards in our youth report, Nothing About Us Without Us. Available here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca//MACY-Youth-Booklet-Press-File

#KnowYourRights Article 28 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (#UNCRC) says you have the right to the same quality of education that every other Canadian child has, regardless of your school location. No matter where you live, you have the right to the same quality of education as your peers. You should have access to all the tools you need to learn and succeed, like teachers and technology." - Jessica Botelho-Urbanski, #MACY Manager of Public Education Learn all 42 #UNCRC children’s rights here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

#KnowYourRights Article 39 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) says you have the right to get help if you’ve been abused, neglected or treated badly. We all have a duty to provide a life for you that is free from abuse; however, if anyone does hurt you we have the responsibility to find you help. -Denise Wadsworth, Acting Indigenous Deputy Advocate Learn all 42 #UNCRC rights on our website: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Check out some of the great youth artwork in our new report, Nothing About Us Without Us! Thank you to Intrikit from Graffiti Art Programming, for these illustrations of children’s rights. #UNCRC #MACY #HearOurVoices #YouthArtwork https://manitobaadvocate.ca//MACY-Youth-Booklet-Press-File

#NationalChildDay on Friday was an awesome opportunity to spread the word about the #UNCRC and children’s rights. But the work doesn’t stop there! #ICYMI A poll commissioned by Children First Canada found almost half of Canadian kids don’t know they have rights. Learn more about the poll here: https://childrenfirstcanada.org//almost-half-of-canadian-c You can also download and share our UNCRC rights poster here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Our focus group(s) will take place in the new year. Let us know if you would like to take part! Call us or email [email protected]

#KnowYourRights Article 1 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (#UNCRC) says everyone under 18 has rights. This article applies to every child and includes all of the other articles. Adults and governments are to work together to ensure all children’s rights are upheld and their best interests are considered." -Dawn Gair, #MACY Advocacy Officer Learn all 42 #UNCRC children’s rights here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

A reminder that you can still register for this infant safe sleep webinar happening tomorrow at 1 p.m.! The webinar will feature presenters Rhonda Campbell and Elizabeth Decaire from the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba Webinar registration: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_uG3-Gzw7T9mRljBg_PRCeQ

Have you contacted the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth or used our services? Do you have feedback to share on your experience with us? Please fill out our new survey to let us know how we’re doing! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L9FST6B

We are MACY’s YE LIVE! Episode 34 November 20, 2020 Hosts: Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Youth Engagement Coordinators Cathy Cook & Jon Skrypnyk Video Length: 17 min.... TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #42; Government should make the UNCRC known to children and their caregivers. - National Child Day - Got Rights? Boxes - Youth Ambassador Advisory Squad (YAAS!); Year 2 Anniversary Video - Self Care, Face Masks and Social Distancing - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) Information HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC #NationalChildDay #GotRights?

Happy National Child Day! Today (and always) we celebrate young people and work to increase awareness of the #UNCRC. We have an all new Youth Engagement Live coming up at 11 a.m. (CST) on our Facebook page. Stay tuned! In the meantime, check out these incredible comic book drawings done by Vincent Design Inc.. You can find them in our new youth-friendly report, Nothing About Us Without Us, out now. https://manitobaadvocate.ca//MACY-Youth-Booklet-Press-File

Our 2019-20 annual report is out today! Here are 5 key takeaways and here is the full report: https://manitobaadvocate.ca//upl/AnnualReport-ENG-2020.pdf Our Youth Engagement team's companion document, "Nothing About Us Without Us" is available here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca//MACY-Youth-Booklet-Press-File

"Just as important as the reports themselves are what's happening with the reports." https://www.cbc.ca//manitoba-childrens-advocate-report-1.5

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! September 18, 2020 Hosts: Jon S. & YAAS! Member - Michael B. TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE:... - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #23; If you live with a disability, you have the right to special care and to be included in the community. - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth Information HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ https://matc.ca/services-ciyacci.html http://teentalk.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

#ICYMI Children First Canada put out the #RaisingCanada 2020 report this month. It describes childrens health and well-being issues and impacts of #COVID19 on kids. According to the report, the number 1 and 2 threats to children are unintentional/preventable injuries and poor mental health. Learn more: https://childrenfirstcanada.org/raising-canada

#WheresWavy hint: hes Riding! Guess his latest Manitoba vacation spot for a chance to win your own #WavyGuy #ExploreMB

#KnowYourRights Article 25 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child notes if you live in care, you have the right to have regular contact with your social worker. When kids are in care, they have a right to regular meetings with their worker and youth also have the right to participate when plans are being made that will affect them. -Jon Skrypnyk, #MACY Youth Engagement Coordinator For the full list of 42 #UNCRC rights, visit: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Researchers at University of Manitoba are hoping to speak with Indigenous youth (ages 18-29) who have transitioned out of the child welfare system in Manitoba. They are also looking to speak with service providers and policy makers who have experience working with young people aging out of care. Contact Dr. Justin Lys for more information: ... 204-612-5141 [email protected] See more

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! September 11, 2020 Guest: YAAS! Member Michael B. TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE:... - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #33 - Sweat grass Teaching - Drumming & Photo Share - Remembering those affected by the events of September 11, 2001 - Importance of following Manitoba Health Guidelines - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ https://matc.ca/services-ciyacci.html http://teentalk.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. In Manitoba and across Canada, youth suicide rates are alarmingly high. In our province, the Manitoba Advocates research found that suicide has become the leading manner of death for youth ages 10-17. The data are clear: the most pressing health issue for children and youth in our province today is mental health and addictions. We have lost 145 children and youth to suicide in the last 10 years and that should be all the evidence we ne...ed to understand young people are hurting and what we have to offer them needs to improve, Manitoba Advocate Daphne Penrose told media in May. If you or someone you know is struggling in Manitoba, please call the Manitoba Suicide Prevention and Support Line, 1-877-435-7170 or visit www.reasontolive.ca To learn more about #MACYs suicide research, visit https://manitobaadvocate.ca//reports-publi/public-reports/ Photo credit: Shannon VanRaes/Winnipeg Free Press

Dont worry: Wavy Guy was NOT harmed during the making of this photo... Do you know where Wavy is? Where should he go next? Answer either of these questions and you can win your own Wavy Guy #WheresWavy #MACY #ExploreMB

Next up in our #KnowYourRights series on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child is Article 24: you have the right to quality health care, a safe environment, clean water and nutritious food at an affordable price. These are basic things children need and deserve, and under the UNCRC, the government has promised them equal access, no matter where they live in Canada." -Michelle Kowalchuk, Program Manager, Advocacy Services and Youth Engagement Here is the ...full list of 42 #UNCRC articles, if youre interested in learning all of them! https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! September 4, 2020 TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)... - Right/Article #16 - Tipi Teaching & Photo Share - Importance of following Manitoba Health Guidelines - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ https://voices.mb.ca/youth/ http://tipijoe.com/en/home Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

#TBT to the amazing Tipi teaching we had last week at Birds Hill Park. Thank you, Tipi Joe, for showing us the ropes! We appreciate your guidance and wisdom. #MACY #YAAS #WavyGuy #WheresWavy #ExploreMB #BirdsHill

Wavy Guy has had such a fun summer visiting many places in Manitoba. He even went on a fishing trip to Pinawa with new pal Ace Burpee Tell us where he should go next and you could win your very own Wavy Guy #WheresWavy #ExploreMB #MACY #Manitoba #WavyGuy

As #backtoschool gets underway, its a good time to get acquainted (or reacquainted) with #ShannensDream -- safe schools for all: https://fncaringsociety.com/shannens-dream

Here is our Executive Coordinator Cyndi Menke on #UNCRC Article 12 - You have the right to express your opinion and be heard by others. Children should never feel like their voice doesnt matter. It does and adults have a responsibility to listen to what children are saying. -Cyndi Menke #KnowYourRights #ChildrensRights #HumanRights... For the full list of 42 rights, click here: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

The Manitoba Advocate became aware of a data breach in the Department of Families this week, specifically in the area of Childrens disAbility Services. https://news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html Below is her full statement in response to the governments news release:

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! August 28, 2020 Guest: YAAS! Sitting Member Michael B. TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE:... - Respect of each others beliefs, religion and culture - Teaching; Mind, Body, Emotion, Spirit - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #14 - Importance of following Manitoba Health Guidelines - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ https://voices.mb.ca/youth/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

Wheres Wavy Guy? Doing some drumming! Whats your favourite instrument to play? Tell us in the comments and you could win your own Wavy baby #WheresWavy #ExploreMB #MACY

Weve been working on lots of #ThrivalKits video content with our partners at @CMHAmbwpg in anticipation of back to school! These kits help promote mental health and well-being among students in Grades 4-6. Weve been reaching out to Manitoba schools across the province to help deliver these kits. If youre interested in this mental health programming for your class and havent heard from us yet, please drop us a line: [email protected] For more information, visit: https://thrivalkits.ca/

Article 40 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child says you have the right to legal help and fair treatment in the justice system. If you are in trouble with the law, your age doesnt mean you dont have the right to fair treatment and legal help. Justice is for everyone. -Issie Frost, Q.C., Legal Counsel for MACY Here is the full list of 42 #UNCRC articles #KnowYourRights https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! August 21, 2020 TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - Traditional medicines and picking them... - Safety of children and youth - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #5 - Importance of following Manitoba Health Guidelines - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

Wavy Guy doesnt just care about childrens rights hes also passionate about the environment! Here he is biking to work with one of our managers, Michelle. Comment where Wavy Guy is in this photo and you could win your own Wavy baby! #WheresWavy #MACY #Manitoba #ExploreMB #Adventure #SummerFun #WavyGuy

Reminder: we are hiring! We are adding a Systemic Advocacy Officer to our team (pictured here last year). More details and application information below. The deadline for applicants is Aug. 31: https://jobsearch.gov.mb.ca/search.action

#KnowYourRights - Article 15 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) says you have the right to voice your opinion and demonstrate peacefully. Connecting with others to explore ideas and peacefully demonstrate is something all children and youth have the right to do. Want to make your world be better? Find a cause and get involved! -Ainsley Krone, Deputy Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth For the full list of 42 #UNCRC rights, visit our website: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

How to visit MACY offices during a pandemic, with special guest, Wavy Guy! Step 1: wear a mask. Step 2: sanitize hands. Step 3: talk to admin. ... Step 4: wait your turn. Were open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in Winnipeg and Thompson. You can also call us at 1-800-263-7146 for help.

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! August 14, 2020 TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - Teaching on traditional clothing, colours... - Traditional medicines and picking them; Sage - Reminder to importance of masks, washing - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #4 - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

Wheres Wavy? Hes making the most of the last weeks of summer! Can you tell us *exactly* where Wavy Guy is in any of these photos? Comment below and you could win some MACY swag, including your very own Wavy baby doll! #WheresWavy #Manitoba #SummerFun #ExploreMB

Happy #InternationalYouthDay from all our staff and youth ambassadors at MACY! We are grateful to work for and with children and youth in this province, to improve and celebrate their lives. Thanks for your trust and for guiding our work.

Every child has 42 rights under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Yet, whenever we talk with children and youth, we find some young people are surprised to know they have these rights! For the next 42 weeks, well be sharing weekly updates about the #UNCRC on our social media to help you #KnowYourRights. Well start with Article 6 - you have the right to not only live, but thrive! Article 6 of the UNCRC says that we want children to do much more than... merely survive their childhoods: we want them to thrive! As adults, we all have responsibilities to make that true for all children, everywhere. -Daphne Penrose, Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth For the full list of 42 #UNCRC rights, visit our website: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/

Happy Monday! Start your week on a good note by catching up with Cheryl, Jon and Cathy from our Youth Engagement team, and youth ambassador, Michael. In last weeks episode, Cheryl talks about COVID-19 precautions before getting a very important phone call (around the 7:30 mark). Congrats to her family on their new addition

Heres some good Friday news: were hiring! The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth is looking for a Systemic Advocacy Officer to join our team. The deadline for applications is Aug. 31. More information available here: https://jobsearch.gov.mb.ca/search.action

Hello everyone, we are LIVE! August 7, 2020 Guest: YAAS! Sitting Member Michael B. TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE:... - Importance of masks, washing - Importance of traditional medicines - YAAS! Member Trevor M. (Tyson T) Performance Video - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #21 - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis - Youth Online Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YouthListeningTour HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YouthListeningTour https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/get-involved/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC

Happy Friday! Well be back on Facebook Live this morning with more teachings from Cheryl, MACYs Knowledge Keeper, and discussion about childrens rights and the #UNCRC. Set an alarm now to tune in for 11 a.m.! (central time)

Support is a two-way street. Thank you for your words of encouragement, #YAAS members! #MACYListens #HearOurVoices

Reminder this is happening tonight! Except now it will be on Zoom (for enhanced safety due to COVID-19). Please DM us or FearlessR2W - Circle of Support for details to join.

Here are some great reminders about #COVID19 safety from our friends at B.C.s Representative for Children and Youth

Guess whos back? Wavy Guy (and the rest of our staff) are back at work. We hope you had a stellar long weekend and are ready to tackle Tuesday! Call us if you need help accessing public services for kids: 1-800-263-7146

We hope you have an excellent August long weekend! If youll be spending time near water, take a few minutes to review these water smart tips from Lifesaving Society Manitoba before venturing out. https://lifesaving.mb.ca/lifesaving-society/ndpw/

MACY Youth Engagement Live! Ep.19 Hello everyone, we are LIVE! July 31, 2020... TODAYS TOPICS INCLUDE: - Thinking for the future - Education preparation for September - Importance of traditional medicines; Cedar - Land Based Teachings - United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) - Right/Article #39 - We want Youth to express themselves with MACY through Art, Poetry, Stories, etc. - How to submit Youth Artwork to MACY and possibly be featured, we will amplify your VOICE! - Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg, MB; opportunity for youth who enjoy art! (Link provided below) - Youth Resources available during Covid-19 Crisis - Youth Online Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YouthListeningTour HELPFUL LINKS: https://manitobaadvocate.ca/adult/helpful-resources/uncrc/ https://tinyurl.com/ManitobaAdvocate (YouTube) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YouthListeningTour https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/express-yourself/ https://manitobaadvocate.ca/youth/get-involved/ https://www.graffitigallery.ca/ https://kidshelpphone.ca/ http://klinic.mb.ca/crisis-support/ Be sure to tune in and tell your friends especially children and youth! We are offering WEEKLY lessons on Facebook Live, every Friday at 11 AM (CST) #HearOurVoices #MACYListens #MACY #YouthEngagement #ChildrensRights #YAAS! #UNCRC