Indigenous
Advocacy
Explore my journey and work dedicated to uplifting Indigenous voices, fighting for social justice, and fostering sustainable futures for our communities.
From grassroots initiatives to policy advocacy, my mission is to empower Indigenous youth, preserve our cultures, and drive meaningful change.
Manitoba Métis Federation
2015 - 2022
Northwest Métis Council - Regional Youth Advisory Committee.
Manitoba Métis Federation - Provincial Youth Advisory Council.
Urban Programming for Indigenous People’s Committee.
Editor of The Cart Youth Newsletter.
Manitoba Association of Friendship Centres
2015 - 2021
Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre - Youth Council.
MAFC Youth Representative.
National Association of Friendship Centres - Youth Delegate.
We Matter
2018 - 2023
We Matter Hope Forum Attendee.
We Matter Hope Ambassador - Trained to inspire and connect with other Indigenous youth regarding mental health.
Indigenous Youth Roots
2021 - Present
Advisory Circle Member - Provide guidance and leadership regarding the direction of the CREation Funding Program.
Youth Empowerment Speaker.
O’KANATA
2022 - Present
Founder and Executive Director of O’KANATA, a federal non-profit dedicated to advancing Indigenous youth prosperity.
O’KANATA’s Board of Directors is fully comprised of Indigenous Youth (18-29).
Arctic Youth Dialogue
2024 - 2024
Together with over 31 youth, we explored youth involvement and co-decision-making in the Arctic and Europe.
Presented policy recommendations to the European Commission in Brussels.
Experiences Canada
2024 - 2024
Youth Leader for the Experiences Canada National Youth Forum 2024 surrounding the theme of Reconciliation which took place in Ottawa, ON at Carleton University.
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
2024 - 2024
This 4-week leadership training program engages 100 Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth in part-time work that supports them to become community champions of reconciliation in their schools.