Ontario Colleges Program Code: 0510

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Advocates are committed to working with Aboriginal people(s) and communities to promote social justice, self determination and self governance. Your work as an advocate requires a solid foundation in the  legal, political and social history of Aboriginal peoples in Canada in order to deliver services and design programs which meet the needs of the communities and individuals.

 You understand the need for careful research, analysis and strategic action in the promotion of proactive and healthy change.  An interest in consultation, mediation and finding common ground are your foundations for thoughtful problem solving and community action.

At the heart of your career direction are community development,public education, restorative justice, political, legal or social advocacy, that require you to understand Aboriginal-Canadian relations and work effectively to advocate at the local, regional or national level.