Katisha Paul is one of the most influential Indigenous leaders of her generation. In Part One of this special two-part conversation, she shares the deeply personal story behind her advocacy and leadership.

Katisha reflects on her childhood, family, cultural identity, and ancestry. She speaks openly about surviving abuse, growing up in remote communities, and carrying responsibilities far beyond her years. She also discusses how she learned to use her voice after years of silence and why protecting others remains at the center of everything she does.

This episode explores:

• Growing up as the oldest of nine children
• The teachings that shaped her worldview
• Childhood trauma and resilience
• Finding her voice after years of silence
• Indigenous identity and cultural grounding
• Family, community, and responsibility
• Leadership through lived experience
• Intergenerational strength and excellence
• What people often misunderstand about her journey
• The foundations of the work she leads today

Part Two will explore Katisha's work in Indigenous governance, sovereignty, climate leadership, international advocacy, repatriation, and her vision for the future.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/E1dn1iooEfg

Contact Katisha Paul

NEPENEḴ

https://nepenek.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/nepenekgroup/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katisha-paul-b6ab0235b/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/katisha.paul/

Union of BC Indian Chiefs

https://www.ubcic.bc.ca/

UN Global Indigenous Youth Caucus

https://www.globalindigenousyouthcaucus.org/

https://www.facebook.com/GlobalIndigenousYouthCaucus/

Tsartlip First Nation

https://tsartlip.com/