Indigenous Perspectives from the Fields: How to Make a Difference

A Métis supervisor in a not-for-profit finds the field stressful, but also rewarding.

Families in Saskatchewan are facing struggles in mental health, poverty, addictions, and transiency. This supervisor has noticed an increase in support towards ensuring families are housed and receive the support needed to heal familial relations. Housing stability and transiency are major obstacles for Indigenous families right now. 

It has been rewarding for this supervisor to witness the children and families that receive their support begin to thrive. It reassures them that they are making a difference and that their hard work is valuable. This work is hard, to hold the stories and weight of family and youth struggles, but it is incredibly important. 

Their key takeaway: Do not judge. Meet people where they are at in life and help support them.