   
A slap in the face
"The catastrophe of native life in Canada is old news.
Decades pass, reports are drafted. Articles are published, and nothing happens,"
wrote Globe and Mail's Margaret Philp.
"The [ assessment ] team is assoulted by images of filthy
crowded houses, stories of rampant alcoholism, violence, unfit parents, government
dependence, hopelessness and death. Yet... the deeply loving families inspired
community leaders.. have bottomless faith that their first nations can return
to the vibrant societies they once were."
Read the
rest in "A slap in the face of Canadians"
Communications —
Telling the story
Southern partners can add their voices to those telling the stories
of resiliency and success in First Nations. And they can support
First Nations in getting action to improve their children's lives.
Helping Tell the Story
If you can lend your media expertise or ability to advocate
to help with any of the following, let us know. Can
I help?
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Develop
communication and advocacy strategies, media coordination
and supporting the Partnership website www.northsouthpartnership.com. |
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Raise awareness.
Educate people on First Nation strengths and challenges. |
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Refute
"myths" about First Nations. Challenge sterotypes. |
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Encourage
public participation in advocacy. |
Getting the Story
If you want to cover the story for your newspaper, magazine, journal, or radio or television show or link to this website, contact Betty-Lou Scholey, Mamow Sha-way-gi-kay-win/North-South Partnership for Children at betty-lou.scholey@northsouthpartnership.com or phone 416-987-9684
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