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2022 Visiting Elders

Every semester, the First Peoples’ House will be hosting visiting elders who will provide individual consultations to current Indigenous À¦°óSMÉçÇø Students for personal support, guidance, and teachings. These sessions can be provided via Zoom or in-person at the First Peoples’ House (with precautionary measures). This is open to current Indigenous À¦°óSMÉçÇø Students and is on a first come first serve basis. Elders for 2022 are Geraldine and Mike Standup. For more information, contact firstpeopleshouse [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Visiting%20Elder) .

What is the Elder's role?

• Facilitate Sharing Circles, where participants are given a safe space to discuss issues they are experiencing in a positive and supportive group setting.
• Provide personal consultation, conversation, guidance, and mentorship.
• Provide cultural and spiritual support through one-on-one guidance sessions.
• Share knowledge and expertise in different areas through cultural teachings.
• Offer access to medicines and smudge.