CFN – Free Zoom Webinar: Celebrating Indigenous Women

Press Release

March 6, 2022

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Coastal First Nations is hosting an evening webinar on Zoom—featuring a dynamic group of matriarchs from across the North and Central Coast and Haida Gwaii.

Join us for this special panel discussion, as community leaders share their thoughts and perspectives on the importance of women leadership throughout coastal communities—and everywhere!

When: Tuesday March 8, 7:00 – 8:00 pm PT
Where: Online via Zoom, live-streamed on YouTube

Participants:

Christine Smith-Martin, CFN Executive Director (moderator)
Marilyn Slett, Chief Councillor, Heiltsuk Nation; President, Coastal First Nations
Linda Innes, Chief Councillor, Gitxaala Nation
Jennifer Walkus, Councillor, Wuikinuxv Nation
Barbara Wilson, Council of the Haida Nation

This is a FREE Zoom webinar. To join, simply visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89349030862
We have integral roles as knowledge keepers, as well as caretakers of our lands and waters. In addition, we are leaders in the defence of our lands and territories and strong advocates for Aboriginal Rights and Title.

– Chief Marilyn Slett, Heiltsuk Nation

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