Pacific Association of First Nations Women

Our vision is to provide quality care and support networks that promote and sustain a vibrant and healthy lifestyle, while also preserving our rich cultural heritage, and strengthening Indigenous women and families through ongoing advocacy. 

Our Mandate is:

• To promote establish and maintain communication and information sharing between First Nations women, women’s groups and all levels of Government within the Province of BC.
• To provide a holistic, social, spiritual, psychological and educational support network for First Nations Women.
• To research, identify and advocate on civic and social welfare issues that impact the health and wellbeing of First Nations women who live in BC, including but not limited to: health care, justice, family violence and housing.
• To develop and provide holistic, culturally appropriate health related services for First Nations women and their families.
• To encourage and foster the preservation, facilitation and sharing of Aboriginal culture.
• To encourage and support the educational aspirations of First Nations women and youth.
• To establish and distribute a scholarship fund for First Nations women in post-secondary training.

Please visit our website for more information www.pafnw.ca