minopicak, waacheeyaa, welcome
About
Indigenous Politics Consulting and Associates
Indigenous Politics Consulting and Associates was established in 2024 by Tanya Audrey Matthews, HBA, an accomplished professional with deep roots in Indigenous culture, being Anicinape and Cree from the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation. Our company is deeply committed to the values embodied in the Seven Grandfather Teachings, which emphasize courage, honesty, respect, love, wisdom, humility, and kindness. We aim to empower Indigenous communities and organizations by helping them create powerful governance structures that honour their ancestors and promote self-determination. Through our expertise, we strive to support the development of powerful and effective Indigenous leadership that reflects the unique needs and aspirations of each community we serve.
Our Initiatives: What we believe in
Sovereign First Nation communities strive to govern themselves while respecting all of creation. They achieve this by preserving and defending their values, principles, concepts, and beliefs derived from each community's sacred custom laws. Sovereign First Nations govern with consideration of the past, present, and future, and assert underlying title to their land while defending ongoing treaty agreements that last "as long as the sun shines and the rivers flow".
We are dedicated to providing Indigenous communities and social justice advocacy organizations with the most current and accurate information while respecting the traditional knowledge systems of each Nation. We organize researchers and resources to implement best practices tailored to the unique needs of each community. Our campaigns are collaborative efforts designed to connect and strengthen communities and support Indigenous political movements. to the traditional knowledge systems for each Nation. We organize researchers and resources to achieve best practices tailored to the specific needs of each community. We view our campaigns as collaborative efforts that connect and strengthen communities while supporting Indigenous political movements.
Projects and Events
Past
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Organizing political campaigns, and promotion of traditional Indigenous law practices.
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Worked on a campaign and successful election for an Indigenous Bear Clan Matriarch elected Chief June Black
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Emcee Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Annual General Meetings 2020-2024
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Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Successful Ratification Meetings for Impact Benefit Agreements and Community Laws
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Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Elders “Knowledge Keepers Documentary Project” Coordinator and completed Part 1
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Organized special events, and various executive meetings
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Coordinated financial budgets and fulfilled financial requirements
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Professional reports and booklet creation AGA Booklet 2020-2024 AAN
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IBA Information Coordinator- coordinated meetings for IBA agreements between the membership, Chief and Council and the mine or resource development company
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100-Year Commemoration Coordinator- Organized a meeting on Abitibi Island for various National Chiefs and our membership to attend the commemoration of our Treaty signing.
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Rally Organizer - Organized a rally against an extratction company in Toronto Ontario on behalf of the Chief and Council and membership, for Land Rights and Freedoms. Participants safely marched and rallied in front of the courthouse when the law suit was being discussed. It was sucesssful.
Present
Continuing the Apitipi Knowledge Keepers Documentary Series-part 2
Healing Through Music Policy Development and Assisting them in their Youth Advocacy Initiative
Healing Through Music International Hip Hop Awards Red Carpet Event Assistant Coordinator and Youth Empowerment, Nov 2024
Ongoing support of Apitipi ANicinapek Nation Communications
Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Advocate for Positive Change and origin-governance and treaty knowledge research
Future
I look forward to helping my community establish more governance strategies at the community level
I look forward to broadening my services to other communities and organizations interested in working with my company and associates
We offer many great services and our reach is international
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Contact us today to discuss options
Our Services
Community Research and Governance
Policy Analysis and Research
Annual Reports
Project Management
Political Advocacy
Public Engagement
Emcee meetings and events
Event Planner
Key Note Speaker
Chair Community Meetings
Elections
Community Research
Translations for Language- live at events and in documentation
TLU Interviews
(Traditional Land Use)
Treaty Knowledge
Film Documentary
Community History and Knowledge Documenting
"Land Back" Action
On your path forward, the first and most important step is action
We believe there is no one-size-fits-all solution; every effort contributes to making a difference.
There are many meaningful ways to achieve your mission.
Organizing an Event
We can help organize your next public engagement event
Volunteering
empowering communities and Nations to become a powerful force for good with volunteer opportunities for your organization
Planning a Fundraiser
need help to organize your next fundraiser?
