Kathleen Mahoney

In this engaging discussion, Kathleen Mahoney, a human rights expert, and Larry Philip Fontaine, a former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, delve into the historical impact of the Canadian residential school system. They explore the need for cultural understanding and the significance of resilience among Indigenous communities. The conversation also highlights the importance of empathy, storytelling, and culturally aware approaches to justice and safety. Their insights emphasize the transformative power of acknowledging past traumas to foster healing and reconciliation.