Voices from the Footnotes

Finding Where We Belong; Indigenous Perspectives at McGill

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In this episode, current and former staff of McGill’s First Peoples’ House discuss the various hurdles faced by Indigenous students in higher education. Interviewees also share how staff and tailored programming provide much-needed support to students and help them build community, foster a sense of belonging, and achieve academic success. For today’s episode, we issue a trigger warning in that we discuss some sensitive issues pertaining to colonialism, mental health, and suicide.

Resources

Get connected with First Peoples' House at McGill : https://www.mcgill.ca/fph/

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Today’s episode touched on issues of suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out:

  • Student Wellness Resources at McGill: https://www.mcgill.ca/wellness-hub/
  • KeepmeSAFE – 24/7 crisis line and counselling service available to all McGill students free of charge. Call 1-844-451-9700 (phone)
  • Talk to your Faculty Advisor about a leave of absence. This is an option, and you can return to your studies at a later date.
    • Credits

    Host & Producer: Sheetal Lodhia

    Production and technical assistance: Jacquelyn Sundberg

    Transcription: Labiba Faiza

    Guests:
    • Paige Isaac
    • Allan Vicaire
    • Tanya Lalonde
      • Music
      • Title song: Happy Sandbox, by Mativve, sourced from Freesound.org
      • Sombre Piano, By LuckyLittleRaven, CC 3.0 , sourced from Freesound.org
      • End credits: Happy and Groovy, by tyops, CC 3.0, Sourced from Freesound.org
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