This project will support the BC First Nations Justice Council better understand the situation of Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members in Prince George. During this short-term project students will collect stories of community members following an interview guide. Stories will be inputed and analyzed for trends, themes and patterns. Students will work in pairs, together with staff from the BC First Nations Justice Council and will be expected to adhere to ethical standards of practice.

Process:

1. Students will be oriented to BC First Nations Justice Council

2. Orientation to the interview guide and the purpose of this project, ethical considerations and confidentiality

3. Students will work in pairs with staff from BC First Nations Justice Council to collect stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members. (approximately 3 - 5 stories each, over the duration of the project)

4. Stories will be transcribed and entered into analytical framework

5. Students will be asked to share perspectives and interpretations of the stories, and a final memo written.

These stories will be compiled into a resource for BC First Nations Justice Council to improve understanding of the local context. Depending on the nature of the stories, this may be used publicly (i.e. for website or broader communication) or may be used as an organizational resource (i.e. for onboarding).

Why should I do this?

1. Be part of reconciliation!

2. Improve your skills at person-centered listening. If you are interested in a client-facing role in the future, this will sharpen your skills.

3. Develop your abilities to work on a team.

4. Strengthen your communications skills - both written and verbal.

5. Learn how to communicate across different cultures and ways of life.

The project may include (key deliverables):

1. Complete 3 - 5 stories.

2. Produce a final memo of less than 5 pages, to recount your experience.

3. Short presentation / reflection of your experience for BCFNJC staff.

We will meet during the following key milestones:

1. On-boarding and orientation

2. Regular check in meetings

3. Final presentation

What resources are available to do this project?

• Interview guide
• Peer support
• No computer is available for this project. You must have your own computer.

Would I be a good fit?

Potential programs of study: including, but not limited to Social Work, Psychology, Anthropology, Indigenous Studies. Masters level or upper-level preferred.

Relevant experience or skills:

• Basic research skills already developed
• Able to work on a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

How will we communicate?

During this project we will communicate by:

• In person meetings

We will meet in person and on a regular basis throughout the program including:

1. Onboarding and orientation

2. During the collection of community stories

3. Final report and reflection

Other members of BCFNJC and community will provide additional mentorship and supervision.