Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
Kaija-Lynn MacKay is currently working as a Youth Outreach and Cultural Worker and Vaccine Clinic Assistant at the Ontario Native Women's Association. Previously, Kaija-Lynn held positions as a Wellness Centre Assistant and Marketing Assistant at Confederation College, and as a Historical Interpreter at Fort William Historical Park. Kaija-Lynn is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Lakehead University, after completing a Certificate in the Native Access Program at the same university.
Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Our vision is to be a unified voice for equity, equality and justice for Indigenous women through cultural restoration within and across Nations. Established in 1971, ONWA delivers culturally enriched programs and services to Indigenous women and their families regardless of their status or locality. We are committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantee the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language and heritage. Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health services, environmental stewardship and economic development, sit at the cornerstone of the organization. ONWA insists on social and cultural well–being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best life.