Statement: Congratulations Dr. Dawn Lavell Harvard July 27, 2015 Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit Share on LinkedIn Email For Immediate Release July 27, 2015 OTTAWA, ON – The Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission of the Liberal Party of Canada congratulates Dr. Dawn Lavell Harvard on her election as the new president of the Native Women’s Association of Canada at their annual general assembly earlier this month. Ronda Evans, APC Vice-President (Women) stated: “The Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission warmly welcomes the leadership of newly elected National President Dr. Dawn Lavell Harvard and looks forward to listening to the voices of Indigenous women in Canada and supporting their movement from voice to action in attaining equality for Indigenous women.” Suzy Kies, president of the APC in Ontario added: “Dawn Lavall-Harvard is a dynamic and forward thinking woman and will bring new energy and insights to the organisation. Her work on the role of education as a platform for change will give her leadership context and direction that will continue the important work the Native Women’s Association has been engaged in. We look forward to working with the organisation and moving towards hope and positive change together for a ever brighter future.” Congratulations Dr. Harvard! – 30 – For more information, please contact: APC Communications Contact Us