Indigenous women recognized for children’s welfare work – Wellington Advertiser

Tauni Sheldon, Donna Dubie, Wendy Stewart earn Award of Merit for decades of advocacy

GUELPH – Family and Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW) has recognized three Indigenous women for their work in child welfare advocacy.

Tauni Sheldon, Donna Dubie and Wendy Stewart were presented with FCSGW’s Award of Merit on June 20.

“The invaluable contributions of these Indigenous leaders and unwavering dedication to their communities serves as an inspiration to us all,” FCSGW officials state.

“This is the first time in local history Indigenous providers have been recognized for our child welfare advocacy,” Stewart said.

Sheldon, Dubie and Stewart advocate for Indigenous children involved with child welfare societies across Ontario. They are not agents of family and children’s services but independent providers who offer culturally appropriate support to Indigenous families.

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