Chaw-win-is lifts up local Indigenous ways of knowing and being, Indigenous governance and pedagogies through haa-huu-pah (storytelling). Her research utilizes podcast technologies for the resurgence of Nuu-chah-nulth identities and histories.
Experience
Her teaching focusses on decolonization and resurgence within Indigenous communities and includes Indigenous research methods, Indigenous education, social science research methods, discourses in education, and equity, diversity, and inclusion in education. Chaw-win-is is an educator, researcher, advocate and mentor for students and collaborates with Indigenous communities on projects that support “the returning of our canoe".
Education
2019-present
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD candidate)
University of Victoria
2007
Master of Arts
University of Victoria