Employment, Education Training and Housing

Employment, Education Training and Housing

Empowering Our Communities Through Knowledge & Opportunity

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Empowering Our Communities Through Knowledge & Opportunity

We are committed to fostering economic growth and self-sufficiency by providing meaningful education, training programs, and career pathways for Indigenous individuals. Through partnerships and community-based initiatives, we ensure that every individual has access to the tools needed for success

Our Focus Areas

  • Workforce Development
    Providing training and employment support to enhance career opportunities

  • Holistic Care
    Recognizing the connection between mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health, we advocate for accessible, community-based programs that serve all ages and backgrounds.

  • Substance Use & Recovery Support
    NFNA partners with Red Road Recovery and other Indigenous-led programs to provide culturally sensitive withdrawal, detox, and treatment services tailored to the needs of Indigenous youth, women, men, Elders, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community​NFNA PP WG Meeting Jan.

Key Initiatives

Training Programs

We offer tailored programs, workshops, and job training initiatives that help individuals develop critical skills for a wide range of industries.

Apprenticeships & Mentorship

We connect individuals with mentorship opportunities in skilled trades and provide hands-on apprenticeships for long-term career growth.

Job Placement & Career Support

We help individuals navigate the job market with career counseling, resume workshops, and job placement services.

Meet Our Members

David Hansen

Executive Director K5T, Kitselas

Jorden Squires

Employment Developer and Team Lead K5T, Kitselas

Deana Campbell

NEST Employment and Readiness Manager, Nisga’a Lisims Government 

Eric Nyce

Housing Manager, Nisga’a Lisims Government

Kaitlyn Robinson

Climate Action Coordinator, Nisga’a Lisims Government 

Debbie Stava

Continuous Learning Centre Manager, Gitxaala

Beverley Russell-

Gitanyow Education & Training Institute, Project Manager

Kirsten Ryan

Employment & Training Manager, Haisla

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