Wenonah North Peigan

Wenonah North Peigan

Wenonah North Peigan is Blackfoot, and a proud member of the Piikani Nation, Treaty 7 and Anishinaabe from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. Her traditional Blackfoot name is Sikiaayoaki, meaning Black Bear Woman. She graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a focus on Indigenous political and social traditions. Her study interests include exploring ways to decolonize institutions in order for Indigenous people to rebuild their political and legal systems. Having grown up in a strong First Nations family, she is a passionate advocate for advancing positive outcomes for First Nations, specifically women and youth. She currently works as a Policy Analyst with the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, having joined the organization through the Indigenous Youth Internship Program, a partnership between the BC Provincial Government and Indigenous organizations such as the First Nations Leadership Council. Wenonah grew up on her traditional Blackfoot territory in what is now known as Southern Alberta and enjoys traditional beading, being outside, watching films and thrift shopping in her spare time.