Jeannette Corbiere Lavell
Jeannette Vivian Corbiere Lavell (born 11 June 1942) was a Canadian and Anishinaabe community worker who championed women's and children's rights. Born in 1942 in Wikwemikong, she challenged the Indian Act in 1971, the success of which "permitted reinstatement of the First Nations women and children who had lost their status".[1]
Awards
- Persons Award (2009)[2]
See also
References
- ^ Kurszewski, Denise M. (2006). "Herstory Month in Canada - celebrating women's achievements". National Union of Public and General Employees. Retrieved 22 March 2015.
- ^ Erskine, Michael (9 April 2014). "Jeanette Corbiere Lavell, a lifelong advocate for women". Manitoulin Expositor. Retrieved 22 March 2015.