Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found here. We are home. Upon my return to the Yukon, I have had further opportunity to reflect and digest the significance of our European journey. In sharing with so many people and learning about the challenges facing great cities, I come away with increased gratitude for…Continue Reading European Tour 8 – Home

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found here. Throughout this journey I have met many people. I have heard varying perspectives about the current, societal conundrum of how to advance civilization while also safeguarding Earth. But no group has impacted my truth more than my time with German youth. On Friday February 22nd I…Continue Reading European Tour 7 – Emotions with Youth Wisdom & Inspiration

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found here. Our visit to Stockholm was short and enjoyable. It is much like a Canadian city – busy, vibrant, full of familiar and novel shops, candy and chocolate. After spending time in southern Europe, it was comforting for our family to put on our coats and…Continue Reading European Tour 6 – Science, Reindeer and Knowledge from Sweden

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordan Foundation. Original post found here. Hola – My time in Spain was overwhelming, humbling and insightful. I had three presentations with different audiences – each bringing their own, unique perspectives. As I shared my peoples’ stories, songs and aspirations, I could feel their interest and response to my passion. However, I…Continue Reading European Tour 5 – Indigenous reconciliation in the beauty & trauma of lively Madrid

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found here. The first of my speaking engagements began this week in Spain. Inspiration is all around us. Which is good, because I have been finessing my message. I don’t have a magic solution to climate change based on the lessons of my people – and I…Continue Reading European Tour 4 – Reflections from Picasso

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found here I recently put a lot of effort into preparing for my trip to Europe and thinking about the messages I would like to share. I spent time in the forest, reading my ancestors’ stories, talking with my people, keeping up with the news, staying active,…Continue Reading European Tour 3 – Taking Time To Reflect

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found at: Jocelyn Joe-Strack: The Importance Of Being Whole – The Gordon Foundation I have been invited by the Canadian Embassies to Spain, Sweden, Germany and France to share my understanding of the Indigenous perspective of climate change. For the month of February, I will travel in…Continue Reading European Tour 2 – The Importance Of Being Whole

Published by Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation. Original post found at :Jocelyn Joe-Strack: An Invitation To Europe – The Gordon Foundation Ayinji Daqualama uye. My name is White Mother – Jocelyn Joe-Strack. My father is Willie Joe of Chu’ena – Singing Waters – Hutchi, Yukon. His parents are Chief Hutchi Joe of Chu’ena and Sadie Stevens of Äshèyi-Aishihik,…Continue Reading European Tour 1 – An Invitation to Europe