Executive committee
Dr. Jacquie Green
Jacquie is from the Haisla Nation. Her teaching philosophy includes a commitment to decolonization and cultural renewal. Her research interests involve strategizing programs and policies that incorporate a strong Indigenous focus and analysis. Her current research is on reclaiming Haisla ways through Oolichan Fishing.
Dr. Leslie Brown
Leslie Brown PhD Special Advisor to the Provost on Community Engagement Director, Institute for Studies & Innovation in Community – University Engagement University of Victoria.
Dr. Sandrina de Finney
Research Advisor Professor, School of Child and Youth Care, University of Victoria Sandrina’s practice and research emphasize Indigenous, community-based, participatory methods, with a focus on youth engagement/youth participation, working with girls,…
Dr. Shelly Johnson
MSW, RSW, EdD, Assistant Professor, School of Social Work & Human Service, University of British Columbia
Shelly is Saulteaux and Norwegian. Her family is from Keeseekoose First Nation in Saskatchewan. She has taught anti-oppressive and First Nations child welfare courses at UVIC and is currently teaching First Nations and Child Well-being courses.
