Guiding Voices of the Stardale Curriculum
The work of Stardale has always been supported by people who understand the responsibility of circle.
Elders, community leaders, and storytellers have helped create spaces where Indigenous girls can speak openly about their experiences and be heard.
They do not speak for the youth.
They help hold the space where youth voices can emerge.
Helen McPhaden
With a vision for creating spaces of honesty and growth, she has spent decades supporting Indigenous girls and young women as they build confidence, leadership, and connection to community.
Founder
Eugene Stickland
Through storytelling, theatre, and conversation, he helps young women shape and share their experiences so their voices can move beyond the circle and reach wider audiences.
Writer, Facilitator, and Story Harvester
Elder Wanda First Rider
Elder and Knowledge Keeper
Through ceremony, cultural teachings, and spiritual guidance, she helps ground Stardale’s work in Blackfoot traditions while reminding youth of the strength, resilience, and knowledge they carry.