CAB Call for Applications
Participants
The program is intended for individuals working for non-profit, public service, philanthropic and government agencies engaged in activities related to child, youth and family service and individuals working with First Nations social service agencies both on and off-reserve.
Training is offered in 1.5 day workshops consisting of a half day primer session and a full day collaboration session. If your agency is interested in co-hosting a session, please contact the FNCFCS via the information provided below.
Who Can Apply
This call for applications is being targeted to First Nations Child & Family Service Agencies. However, please note, co-hosted workshops between First Nations Child & Family Service Agencies and Voluntary Sector organizations will also be considered.
Commitments
At the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society we understand that the factors influencing the risks faced by Aboriginal families are complex but like our Elders we believe that the best response to a complex situation is often a simple answer. As a national organization, FNCFCS can assist by making a broad range of resources available for communities to draw upon to implement their own best solutions - this includes the resources of the voluntary sector. By providing communities with equal access to social service resources significant progress can be made in reducing the risks faced by Aboriginal children on and off reserve.
First Nations Child and Family Caring Society will provide the following:
Financial Support
All costs must be approved prior to the workshop by FNCFCS
A. Cost of facility
B. Honorariums (Elders & community facilitator)
C. Coffee breaks & lunch for the event (We support the use of local and if possible, youth- run catering services)
Staff
A. Travel and accommodation for FNCFCS facilitator
Supplies
A. Curriculum
B. Handouts
C. Markers, flipchart paper, etc.
First Nations Child & Family Service Agency will provide the following:
Financial Support
All costs must be pre-approved by FNCFCS
A. Communities will provide an invoice to the FNCFCS after the workshop for reimbursement of pre-approved expenses
Staff
A. Agencies will provide staff to coordinate invitations, venue, food, and gifts
B. Staff will develop a cultural protocol briefing for FNCFCS staff and participants
Travel Policy
Costs associated with participant travel are not expenses that are provided by the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society Commitment.
Exception: Youth who require financial assistance to attend can apply for a subsidy and these will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The request for subsidy shall be a joint submission between the Host Agency and the Youth representative and emailed to: jalderman@fncfcs.com
Application Process
Please fill out the Expression of Interest Form and return to:
Caring Across the Boundaries
First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
1001-75 Albert St.
Ottawa, ON. K1P 5E7
Or
Fax to: (613) 230-3080
Or
Email to: jalderman@fncfcs.com
