CALGARY- A two day Aboriginal youth conference kicked off in Calgary on Friday, aimed at helping young people achieve their goals regardless of the obstacles they face.
About one hundred attendees from across Western Canada heard success stories from role models like Gemini award-winning actress Michelle Thrush, who overcame a difficult childhood.
“I am here to just say I have survived a huge amount of stuff in this lifetime, and I have a huge story to share when I talk with youth because of that survival,” she said.
Big Brother Canada star Suzette Amaya was also on hand.
“The message that I want to share with young people is being confident and loving everything about yourself,” Amaya said, “and going through life without thinking about all the adversities.”
Students say speakers like Thrush proved inspiring.
“She spoke through her heart, and through her experiences, and I got a lot out of it,” said Tiara Henry. “I’m really inspired, and I want to go home and start writing more of my plays.”
The conference being held at the Coast Plaza Hotel is co-hosted by Metis Calgary Family Services and the Calgary Aboriginal Friendship Centre.
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