## Empowering Indigenous Youth in Governance and Leadership (EIYGL)

**Empowering Indigenous Youth in Governance and Leadership (EIYGL)** (Business Registration Number: 841475429RR0001) is a Canadian nonprofit organization and registered charity established in 2009. Focused on Indigenous youth aged 15–35, it emphasizes leadership development through skill-building programs rooted in traditional practices and contemporary governance[1][2].

### Mission and Activities  
EIYGL aims to prepare Indigenous youth for leadership roles by blending community-based knowledge with modern professional skills. Its programs include **facilitator training**, providing mentorship and professional facilitation experience, and a **Speechcraft Club**, a 10-week public speaking initiative modeled after Toastmasters[2]. The organization also operates an **online mental wellness project**, offering weekly mentorship and peer-led discussions to address mental health challenges[3].

### Governance  
EIYGL is governed by a national board of directors, including individuals such as **Patrick** from Pimicikamak Cree Nation, who has contributed to community research and international social justice initiatives, and **Jonathan**, a University of Winnipeg graduate specializing in technology and Indigenous community development[4].

### Collaborations and Impact  
EIYGL partners with institutions and initiatives such as the **United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues**, facilitating youth participation in global dialogues[1]. Members engage in volunteerism, fundraising, and leadership projects, emphasizing professional development in project management and strategic planning[1][2].

[1] https://ildii.ca/eiygl/ [2] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/empowering-aboriginal-youth-in-governance-and-leadership/ [3] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/empowering-indigenous-youth-in-governance-and-leadership-eiygl/841475429RR0001/ [4] https://ildii.ca/eiygl/board-of-directors-eiygl/ [5] https://www.canadahelps.org/CharityProfilePage.aspx?BN=841475429RR0001