Webinar: H̓ík̓án̓akvḷaṇts: We Will Rise Higher and Higher

FPCC Online Learning Series Event

Hḷagṃ̓iɫ known as Frances D. Brown is descendent of the Heiltsuk and Kitasoo tribes. Frances’s mother is Láǧax̌náiyax̌ known as Shirley Windsor (nee Mason) of the Qvúkva ̓áitx̌v du Xaíxais tribes. Frances’s late father is Q̓ámas known as Charlie Windsor, of the W̓úyálítx̌v du Y̓ísdáitx̌v tribes. Frances has spent over two decades revitalizing the Heiltsuk language and culture. As the Language Revitalization Manager Frances is unwavering in her commitment to improving Haíɫzaqvḷa programs. She is a passionate community activist and has the ability to empower, motivate and inspire new learners to reach their potential. Through her supportive and thoughtful leadership Frances has promoted significant change in how revitalizing haíɫzaqvḷa is delivered. A firm believer in lifelong learning, Frances has composed songs and choreographed traditional dances. She views this as an extension of her work over the past 25 years.