From the Skatepark To The Frontlines | Rose Archie | Nations Skate Youth

Rose Archie is changing what leadership looks like. As founder of Nations Skate Youth, she’s created a movement rooted in Indigenous pride, healing, and community. Rose shares her journey from growing up in Canim Lake to building safe spaces for Indigenous youth through skateboarding. Kara and Rose talk about identity, representation, grief, and what it means to show up with purpose. This is a conversation about community impact, self-made women, and the power of redefining success through service. Chapters: 00:00 Growing up in Canim Lake and finding skateboarding 01:15 Residential schools and generational impact 03:00 Creating Nations Skate Youth 05:10 Skateboarding as escape and safe space 06:45 Building confidence in Indigenous youth 09:00 Representation and visibility in skateboarding 11:10 Organizing the Stop Drop and Roll event 13:00 Mental health and community needs post-pandemic 15:15 What it means to use your voice for good 17:00 Indigenous culture, language, and legacy 19:30 Losing her sister and turning grief into action 21:00 Elders, mentors, and intergenerational wisdom 23:30 Why community impact matters more than money 25:15 Challenges of being a woman in skateboarding 27:00 Powerful means not apologizing for existing 29:00 Hopes for future Indigenous leaders 31:00 Opportunities for collaboration and support The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices