Devery Jacobs, a Kanyen’kehà:ka actor, writer, and director from Kahnawà:ke, Quebec, is a leading voice in queer and Indigenous storytelling. She gained acclaim with her role in Rhymes for Young Ghouls and her involvement in the groundbreaking series Reservation Dogs, where she acted, wrote, and directed. Jacobs is celebrated for creating stories that amplify underrepresented…
Roberta Jamieson is a trailblazing advocate for gender equality and Indigenous rights. She was appointed by Prime Minister Trudeau to the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council. As President and CEO of Indspire, Canada’s largest Indigenous charity, she helped distribute $132 million in scholarships to Indigenous students. Roberta is Canada’s first First Nations woman to earn…
Zoe Craig-Sparrow is an Indigenous activist from the Musqueam people in Vancouver. She advocates for the rights of women, girls, and Indigenous peoples, with a focus on environmental justice. Since age 12, Zoe has worked with NGOs like Justice for Girls and represented them at the UN. She holds a BA from the University of…
Maggie Paul, a member of the Maliseet Nation, has been a dedicated sweat lodge keeper for over 15 years and a staunch advocate for Indigenous education and culture. As a gifted singer, she weaves song into her ceremonies, mentoring young people in finding their voices. With two CDs featuring traditional songs of the Passamaquoddy and…
Dr. Pam Palmater is a globally recognized public speaker and trainer whose compelling voice ignites a fire for social justice and inspires us all to join the collective journey towards reconciliation with Indigenous communities. As a well-known Indigenous podcaster, documentary filmmaker, and YouTuber, Pam’s adept utilization of social media platforms to illuminate Indigenous issues distinguishes…
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