Policy Development

NWAC develops evidence-based policy frameworks informed by Indigenous women and gender-diverse people's lived experiences and traditional knowledge. Our policy work translates complex research into practical recommendations that advance rights, promote equity, and create meaningful change across multiple sectors.

Social & Economic Development

Creating foundations for community prosperity through language preservation, secure housing, food sovereignty, and economic opportunity for Indigenous women and gender-diverse people across Canada.
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Indigenous Rights

Challenging systemic discrimination through policy recommendations that uphold Indigenous rights, reform justice systems, and restore traditional governance models.
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Health

Promoting holistic approaches to wellbeing that integrate traditional healing practices with equitable access to healthcare services for Indigenous women and communities.
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Environment

Centering Indigenous women's roles as land and water protectors through policies that advance environmental justice, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management.
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MMIWG2S+ & Violence Prevention

Developing comprehensive frameworks to address the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people through prevention and community safety.
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