Nunatsiavut to Nunavut: A Journey of Discovery for Youth
July 16 2024 - 9:56AM
In a few short weeks, the SOI Foundation is embarking on its next
educational expedition to Nunatsiavut and Nunavut, offering 20
diverse international youth a unique opportunity to travel aboard
the Mi’kmaq-owned icebreaker Oqwatnukewey Eleke’wi’ji’jit (Polar
Prince) together with a team of educators, scientists, Indigenous
Elders, artists, and leaders.
"This expedition is about creating transformative experiences
for young people," says SOI founder and president Geoff Green. "We
hope to provide these curious minds with a better understanding of
the regions’ social, cultural, and natural history, as well
environmental issues and the critical role the Arctic plays in the
global ecosystem.”
Endorsed as part of the United Nations Ocean Decade, the
two-week journey will touch on two regions of Inuit Nunangat:
starting in Nain, Nunatsiavut, and concluding in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
Every day will be full of unique opportunities to experience and
learn about the history, culture, flora, fauna, and pressing issues
of the Nunatsiavut and Nunavut regions.
The expedition will visit the majestic Torngat Mountains
National Park, Imappivut (a marine zone guided by the values,
knowledge, and interests of Labrador Inuit), the Hudson Strait, and
several places in the southeastern region of Baffin
Island.
"By connecting youth with nature, Indigenous knowledge,
environmental science, and culture, along with history, icebergs,
mountains, and more, this experience will inspire, motivate, and
empower them on their life journeys,” Green says.
More than 50% of the participants are Indigenous youth, and 90%
of all the youth are participating thanks to scholarships provided
by generous supporters and partners.
For more information and updates on the expedition, please visit
the SOI Foundation's expedition webpage.
About the SOI Foundation
SOI is at the forefront of expeditionary education, offering
transformative experiences to diverse youth worldwide. Our
expeditions to the Polar Regions and places in between unite youth
and educators, foster lasting connections, and encourage global
citizenship. Our mission is to provide transformative experiences
that educate, inspire, connect and empower youth. For more
information, visit soifoundation.org.
- Nunatsiavut to Nunavut: A Journey of Discovery for Youth
Craig McCallion
Students on Ice Foundation
(819) 827-3300 X 3030
craig@soifoundation.org
Mac White
SOI Foundation
(819) 827-3300 X 3107
mac@soifoundation.org
Justin Sadler
SOI Foundation
justin@soifoundation.org