Essential Life Skills & Training Coordinator

Ph: 250-877-2904

A member of the Gitxsan Nation, Nika has been with the Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society since 2007, and has held various positions during her tenure. These include: assisting with the Residential School Legacy Project, Youth Assistant, Elders’ Coordinator, and Family Support Worker.

Nika is skilled at developing support services, building partnerships, and providing education employment-based services in the community.

In her role as the Project Coordinator of the Dze L K’ant Learning Hub, Nika liaises with high schools, post-secondary institutions, as well as public and private training providers to support culturally safe access for Indigenous learners. She identifies and explores funding opportunities, and engages with community organizations and stakeholders to develop and grow the Learning Hub capacity.