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Friday, February 12 • 10:20am - 11:20am
A Call to Action for Advancing Indigenous Women in Education: Restoring Balance through Truth, Justice and Reconciliation

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β€œFor our young women, for our grandmothers, for our women who travel with us, we are sacred because we exist. We are sacred because we have survived.” Throughout this session you will examine historical and contemporary issues, challenges and inequities for Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA peoples including action to support reclaiming power and place. You will deepen your understanding of why it’s crucial to support Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA peoples and how you can contribute to restoring balance within education systems.
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Melissa Purcell

Executive Staff Officer, Indigenous Education, Professional Development, Alberta Teachers' Association
Melissa Purcell is Denesuline, born and raised in Edmonton, and a member of Thebatthi in Treaty 8 territory. Melissa is a proud mother of one son and two daughters, and the oldest of her three sisters. Melissa is deeply committed to supporting Indigenous education and advancing truth... Read More →

Friday February 12, 2021 10:20am - 11:20am MST
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