imagineNATIVE

iNdigital Youth Collective

imagineNATIVE is the world's largest presenter of Indigenous screen content. The organization is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally for excellence and innovation in programming and as the global centre for Indigenous media arts. imagineNATIVE (legal entity: The Centre for Aboriginal Media) is a registered charity committed to creating a greater understanding of Indigenous peoples and cultures through the presentation of contemporary Indigenous-made media art including film, video, audio, and digital media.

Formed through a collaboration between imagineNATIVE and ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency, the iNdigital Youth Collective is a new group of emerging digital and interactive artists aged 12-24 and based in Ontario. This collective operates with a collaborative spirit to engage Indigenous youth in a community-focused approach, fostering creativity, technical skill, wellness and confidence. The iNdigital Youth Collective's mission is to empower Indigenous youth, growing the next generation of Indigenous voices in digital media.

Project Initiation

2021

Status

Active

Organization Website

"Thanks to support from the Aubrey Marla Dan Foundation, imagineNATIVE is now positioned to enhance our iNdigital Youth Collective program, offering more long-term involvement, advanced digital skill building, and creating a consistent network of support for Indigenous Youth. For us, this presents the chance to increase equity, access and representation within the booming digital sector, while simultaneously creating a regular touch-stone of stability for IYC members."

Jessica Lea Fleming

Associate Director