Elyssa Rose, Okaadenige Program, Atlohsa Family Healing Services

Elyssa Rose, Little Thunder, is an Anishnaabe Kwe, of the Marten Clan from The Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation. As the Indigenous Advocate & Anti Human Trafficking Coordinator at Atlohsa Family Healing Services, Elyssa leads the anti-human trafficking program, Okaadenige. Okaadenige is for survivors of human trafficking, exploitation and sexual abuse. Through her work, Elyssa has successfully connected those at risk, victims and survivors with services and supports, as well as equipping the next generation of Indigenous youth with the tools, knowledge and empowerment to identify and avoid recruitment into human trafficking. Elyssa carries a strong passion for advocacy and has the voice for it. An active member of the London community, she is dedicated to ending violence against Indigenous people and devoted to the recovery of culture and revitalization of healing and wellness in all our communities. 

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