We turn the tables with the audience at CUVic 2016 driving the presentation, in this case an interview with Melissa Hyland. Using our structure, the audience goes deep quickly and Melissa opens up and delivers.
Melissa is a former youth in care whose life has been impacted by the Residential School Era. As an Indigenous Social Worker she works at Reconciliation on a personal level, a professional level and an academic level. She believes that in order to truly affect change all aspects and areas of our life need to align with the values and vision of Reconciliation. She specializes in anti Human Trafficking, anti violence awareness and restoration of community wellness from an Indigenous AOP lens
Themes:
Taking risks on a personal basis
The power of purpose when transforming lives
Working with the system
Keeping up the spirit