As an integral foundation of the Child and Youth Worker field, we will discuss four pillars: Restorative Practices, Human Rights and Diversity, Ecological Perspective and Resilience, that are designed to address the unique needs and strengths of children and youth, and the role of Child and Youth Workers in their participation within the spectrum of helping professions. Restorative practice is a unique approach to handling issues that may arise as a Child and Youth Worker (CYW). It is a non-punitive
“It is time for Canada to have a renewed, nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples, based on recognition, rights, respect, co-operation and partnership.” Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, at the Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs Assembly on December 8, 2015 Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was moved to tears when officially recognizing Canada’s abuses towards aboriginals during the Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs on December 8, 2015. Aboriginal people