Métis Nation British Columbia

Published purpose

This 42-month project will strengthen the leadership of Métis women in British Columbia to influence governance structures, programs, policies, and practices within Métis Nation British Columbia. A needs assessment to identify barriers that prevent Métis women, including elected women, from exercising leadership in their community will be conducted to inform the development of a gender framework. The culturally appropriate gender framework, with local and province-wide strategies to support women in their respective leadership roles, will be implemented to advance the needs of Métis women and girls. Through the project, the organization will establish and facilitate a dialogue between Métis women, local decision makers, and experts to develop and implement a shared vision of inclusive governance. The supplemental funding will be used for staffing, acquiring software, and adopting a work plan to be in line with the pandemic limitation. Additional funding will allow MNBC to adapt to the shifting landscape of a remote workplace as well as the changing needs after a pandemic.