Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
Megan Fowler is a seasoned policy analyst specializing in rights and governance, currently serving as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Assembly of First Nations since May 2024. Previous roles include Policy Analyst positions focusing on poverty reduction and international engagement at the Ontario Native Women's Association, and on ending violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people at the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres. With extensive experience in the justice sector and human rights, Megan has worked in various capacities, including managing the Indigenous Reporters Program and providing legal advice on human rights issues at the Human Rights Legal Support Centre. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Public Policy, Administration and Law from York University and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Toronto.
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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.