The Shawendasaawin Cultural Enrichment Circle for Youth is dedicated to awaken and revitalize the Ojibwe language through ceremonies and cultural teachings to support and empower our youth through a deeper understanding of their culture. Cultural programs provide Ojibwe language training that is land-based, holistic, hands-on, and culturally appropriate in its approach to selfidentity and self-development. The Enrichment Circle is a community based program, designed and oriented from within our community, with mentorship with Elders and Schkabehs (helpers). Traditional teachings and ceremonies are led, including the medicine wheel approach where primary targets of change are identified through the address of spiritual, emotional, mental and physical quadrants of self.

Shawendasaawin does not dictate culture to participants. Rather, we aim to provide enrichment and exposure through awakening, creating awareness and self-discovery. This traditional approach to learning will ensure participants have control and responsibility over the intention and development of their own lifelong healing and cultural journey.