A first of its kind summit will be held this month focussed on youth empowerment for prevention, action and awareness on gender-based violence in Northern communities.
The Northern Voices Youth Summit will be hosted at the Soaring Eagle Friendship Center on March 21 and 22.
The gathering will include interactive and skill building workshops, presentations, art activities and discussions about gender-based violence, healthy relationships, signs and types of abuse and violence.
Emily Chambers with the Hay River Health and Social Services Authority said that youth ages 15 to 25 years of age can register until March 13. Chambers said the deadline to register has been extended from its original March 9 date.
Anyone who would like more information can head to the Hay River Health and social service authority Facebook site or contact organizers at nvyouthsummit2026@gov.nt.ca for further questions.
