Empowering Indigenous youth to shape their futures and strengthen their communities
Adapted from our globally recognized JA Company Program, The JA Company Program for Indigenous Learners equips Indigenous youth with essential business skills to organize and operate their own enterprises. This program is:
Free of Charge
Culturally appropriate
Available to all schools and organizations in urban and rural communities
Offering unique networking opportunities
Providing a post-program alumni community
In-School
Grades 10-12 (10-16 weeks)
A hands-on experience that inspires high school students to create and operate business ventures aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. They develop teamwork, decision-making, and critical thinking skills valuable for their future.
Curriculum Match: ADST, Career Education
After-School
Ages 16-29 (10-16 weeks)
Program Dates: November 12, 2024 – February 4, 2025
Program Times: Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 PM PST
Location: Online
Capacity: 24 students
No sessions on these dates: December 24 and 31 (due to Winter Break)
For more information, please contact:
Jacqueline Bay, Program Manager, Indigenous Communities at J.Bay@jabc.org