Marissa Nakoochee
Indigenous Health Education Coordinator, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta
I am a Mushkego Cree woman residing in Treaty 6 territory. My family originates from James Bay Ontario. I have numerous years of experience working within the realm of Harm reduction and I am an advocate for people experiencing marginalization. Over the years I have worked to support women and families in Edmonton from a harm reduction lens. I have a particular interest in supporting Indigenous peoples experiencing marginalization due to colonial trauma. I am passionate about Indigenous wellness and cultural reclamation. I place a lot of value on relationship, relationship building and practicing good relationships with the life around me- Wâhkotowin.
I am well aware of the determinants of health which often contribute to marginalization. I am committed to doing my part to try to ensure everyone gets a chance to experience quality of life.
I have experience in education delivery roles and particularly enjoy being able to deliver meaningful Indigenous education.
I am passionate about Indigenous history, contemporary Indigenous issues as well as Indigenous language preservation, protection and revitalization.
I am a Mushkego Cree woman residing in Treaty 6 territory. My family originates from James Bay Ontario. I have numerous years of experience working within the realm of Harm reduction and I am an advocate for people experiencing marginalization. Over the years I have worked to support women and families in Edmonton from a harm reduction lens. I have a particular interest in supporting Indigenous peoples experiencing marginalization due to colonial trauma. I am passionate about Indigenous wellness and cultural reclamation. I place a lot of value on relationship, relationship building and practicing good relationships with the life around me- Wâhkotowin.
I am well aware of the determinants of health which often contribute to marginalization. I am committed to doing my part to try to ensure everyone gets a chance to experience quality of life.
I have experience in education delivery roles and particularly enjoy being able to deliver meaningful Indigenous education.
I am passionate about Indigenous history, contemporary Indigenous issues as well as Indigenous language preservation, protection and revitalization.