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Arthur Manuel
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Arthur Manuel, former chief of the Neskonlith Band in British Columbia, and chairperson of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and Interior Alliance of BC First Nations. As a longtime advocate of human and indigenous rights in Canada and abroad, he is currently the spokesperson for the Indigenous Network on Economies and Trade (INET), a network of Indigenous organizations working to achieve recognition of Aboriginal and Treaty Rights at the international level.
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Ken Williams said:
I have known Arthur for over 35 years and he has always been fighting for Indigenous rights. He has my vote for his outstanding work.
Johnny Gibot said:
Dear Brother Art, many yrs from our youth has past and we're now a bit more wiser, and I no longer buy to much canned food, to make meals for friends or colleagues. You've reached this far and you'll travel to newer heights step by step, just like me too. Yes! you're the man for this task, you've prepared youself for this position and you're more than ready to step into your station of service for the evolution of Humankind. Thank you for being one of our spokespeople.
Emalene Arlene Manuel said:
Art carries on the vision of our mom (Marceline Paul Manuel) & dad (George Manuel) as well as our Kootenai & Secwepemc elders, ancestors and relatives, by showing courage, insight, determination and a strong heart. He carries our (Indian People's) message far and wide that we love and cherish (to our last breath)...this land..and our ways. Thank you to all of the other nominees and others out there who stand strong! Ma'c 'at pasin! Sukil qukni!
Art Manuel's ka nana (sister)
Kucinqac Palki
Edna Terbasket said:
Art is a strong leader for our Indigenous relatives. He gives of himself freely to advocate for human rights of all Indigenous people. He is a powerful role model for the rest of us and maybe he will enpower us to follow his footsteps to stand up for ourselves and fight for our rights.
Doreen Manuel said:
Arthur Manuel, is the son of George Manuel who was the leader who founded the World Council of Indigenous Peoples. Art follows in his father's footsteps by tirelessly devoting his time to serve our people. He is a true leader.
Tia Oros Peters said:
An Indigenous leader of outstanding reputation, Art is a true, honorable leader who always has the people in mind .... and he's a frontline advocate for human rights.
Dawn Morrison said:
This award would be very, very well deserved for Arthur!!!