NUNATUKAVUT COMMUNITY COUNCIL REJECTS MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY’S SELF-PROCLAIMED AUTHORITY ON DETERMINING INDIGENOUS IDENTITY President Russell, along with some Governing Councillor members and NCC leadership, participated in a consultation session under Memorial University of Newfoundland ‘Indigenous Verification’ process this week with First People’s Group, the Ottawa-based company retained to lead the process. While the consultation session with First People’s Group was mutually respectful, NCC expressed serious concerns about the approach Memorial is taking in which they grant themselves the authority to make decisions on Indigenous identity and that we are, therefore, participating in the process under protest. "Simply put, the university has no role in arbitrating identity nor in creating categories of ‘authentic’ identity," says President Russell. Read our full media statement by clicking on the link below. #nunatukavut #NunatuKavutInuit #WeHaveAlwaysBeenHere
NunatuKavut Community Council
Government Administration
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador 289 followers
About us
NunatuKavut means "Our Ancient Land." It is the territory of the Inuit of NunatuKavut who reside primarily in southern and central Labrador. Our people lived in Labrador long before Europeans set foot on North American soil. As it was in times of old, and still today, we are deeply connected to the land, sea and ice that make up NunatuKavut, our home. The NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) is the representative governing body of NunatuKavut Inuit.
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http://www.nunatukavut.ca
External link for NunatuKavut Community Council
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Type
- Nonprofit
Locations
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Primary
200 Kelland Drive
PO Box 460, Stn C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador A0P 1C0, CA
Employees at NunatuKavut Community Council
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Bryn Wood
Director of Research, Education and Culture at NunatuKavut Community Council
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Roxanne Notley
Food Security Coordinator at NunatuKavut Community Council
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George Russell
Director of Environment and Natural Resources, NunatuKavut at NunatuKavut
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Regina Foley
Senior Energy Advisor NunatuKavut Community Council
Updates
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HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY! Women hold a special place in NunatuKavut communities, families, culture and history. They’ve been participating in activities such as fishing and hunting, while building our communities, raising children, and passing our stories and knowledge down to generations of #NunatuKavutYouth. They’ve been leaders in our communities for centuries, and continue to be leaders today. Women are one of our greatest resources and we celebrate not only the contributions they have made in the past, but also the vital roles they play in our future. We applaud and encourage their inclusion in all areas of our lives, from advancing programs and technology in our communities, protecting our lands and resources, educating our children, caring for our Elders, continuing our traditional activities, to creating policies and advocating for our rights and self-determination. This #InternationalWomensDay, we encourage you to learn about the women in your communities and understand the immense value in their inclusion. We all strive for a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. This is possible when we celebrate women and when women themselves feel inspired to be included. #IWD2024 #internationalwomensday #InspireInclusion #NunatuKavutInuit #NunatuKavut #NCC #NunatuKavutWomen
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