Tribal elders enjoy an afternoon of games, prizes and food on the Fort Berthold Reservation
September 5th, 2012
Two years after the United Nations recognized clean drinking water and sanitation as a human right, Manitoba researchers will lead public discussions on the most effective ways to make that a reality for First Nations.
“It will take a team effort from First Nations leaders, scientists, legal experts, community planners and more to ensure the next generation of First Nations kids grows up with secure water supplies the rest of us take for granted,” said law Prof. Karen Busby, who is organizing the seminar series.
Many University of Manitoba researchers have work underway with First Nations on water issues, in partnership with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak and other universities.read more
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