Photo from Idanaguts'ishoti Facebook page
One of the biggest struggles those transiting out of the Foster Care system is not having the necessary supports to succeed in adult life.
Because of this gap, Tsuut’ina Nation Child and Family Services (TNCFS) launched a program back in February of 2024 called Idanaguts’ishoti which translates to “One who gets to know themselves again.”
The program aims to meet young adults from ages of 18 25 years old where they are at and empower them through self-discovery.
Part of that self-discovery is through culturally appropriate programing which includes, meeting with elders, ceremony, and participating in cultural events.
Kathleen Big Plume, a Post Majority Support Worker with TNCFS shares how the process begins for those entering the program.
In the Tsuut’ina Nation, there will be approximately one hundred youth transition out of the Foster Care system.
According to Big Plume, one of the major challenges facing the program is that very few have contact with the Nation nor does the Nation know their whereabouts in Alberta.
As the program is still very young, there is lot of opportunity for the community to get involved.
Those who want to help or get involved with the program, or wish to register can do so by contacting Tsuut’ina Nation Child and Family Care
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