UCN has established the Department of Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation to be lead by Association Vice-President Dr. Ramona Neckoway. When fully implemented it will lead UCN’s efforts in reconciliation creating opportunities to increase access to Indigenous language training and revitalization, pursuing research in Indigenous languages and culture and helping to ensure that UCN continues to be a leader in reconciliation in post-secondary education.
Dr. Neckoway’s background is in research into Indigenous languages and she stated as an Indigenous scholar from northern Manitoba I embark on this new role with great humility and I look forward to creating diverse and multifaceted opportunities.
The new department will be officially in place as of January 3rd.
