AFN National Council Representatives
The Assembly of First Nations has a series of National Councils with representatives from each region to ensure the voices of all First Nations people are heard to support First Nations rights in Canada. Meet the AFN Yukon Region’s representatives for the AFN Knowledge Keeper’s Council, Veteran’s Council, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Council, Women’s Council, and Youth Council.
Learn more about the roles of each Council below!
CHUCK HUME
AFN Knowledge Keeper's Council Representative
The Knowledge Keeper's Council provides AFN leadership with assistance, guidance and support rooted in traditional knowledge.
coming soon
AFN Veteran's Council Representative
The Veteran's Council promotes the recognition of the contributions of First Nation Veterans in Canada.
CARISSA WAUGH
AFN Women's Council Representative
The Women's Council ensures that the perspectives of First Nations women inform the work of the AFN.
DUANE GASTANT' AUCOIN
AFN 2SLGBTQQIA+ Council Representative
The 2SLGBTQQIA+ Council ensures that Two-Spirit voices are heard in support of the most vulnerable First Nations people.
ethan lavalee
AFN Youth Council Male Representative
The AFN Youth Council advocates for First Nations youth on issues that impact them on a daily basis.
Nikita Sawrenko-Bailey
AFN Youth Council Female Representative
The AFN Youth Council advocates for First Nations youth on issues that impact them on a daily basis.