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\u201cBringing M\u00e9tis Families Together\u201d<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Niw\u020b\u0137\u020fwin M\u00e9tis Family Services Society is a non-profit society that was founded in 2003 under the name of Kikino M\u00e9tis Children Family Services Society, as a need was recognized that M\u00e9tis children and families living in the Prince George region did not have direct access to culturally specific advocacy and support services, exclusive to their M\u00e9tis heritage. We provide broad-based community prevention and education programs that are geared towards everyone in the community, as we recognize that all families need support in raising their children. Our programs are designed to nourish the dignity and integrity of the family, to build community spirit and to affirm our M\u00e9tis cultural identity.<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cMy people will sleep for hundred years, but when they awake, it will be the artists who give them their spirit back.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Mission<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
The Niw\u020b\u0137\u020fwin M\u00e9tis Family Services Society (NMFSS) provides holistic services that promote the physical, mental, cultural, emotional and spiritual well-being of M\u00e9tis children and families in the Prince George area.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Our Vision<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Children and families working with Niw\u020b\u0137\u020fwin  M\u00e9tis Family Services Society will have increased health and well-being through:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Cultural awareness and connection;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Recognition of the importance of a healthy family environment; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Relationships among M\u00e9tis Elders and our youth, our families, and our community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
    Our Values<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
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    Family<\/strong>
    Keeping children together with families or in their own community wherever possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Children\u2019s Rights<\/strong>
    Upholding the rights of our children to live up to their greatest potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Culture<\/strong>
    Preserving and promoting M\u00e9tis heritage and language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Fairness<\/strong>
    Using due process, justice, and fairness in the management of the Society and in delivery of services and programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Accountability<\/strong>
    Ensuring efficient, effective, transparent and prudent use of all Society resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Holistic Wellness<\/strong>
    Integrating an holistic and culturally appropriate approach to serving the educational, emotional, physical, and cultural needs of children and families in our care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Trust, Respect<\/strong>
    Ensuring everyone\u2019s voices are heard; creating emotional safety, partnerships, and healthy families for child attachment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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