A few months ago I wrote about working in a field that involves historical trauma and the need for self care. The topic of self care and the mental toll of working on emotionally charged topics came to the forefront for me earlier this week. I spent a few hours digitizing records and cross referencing … Continue reading Self Care Revisited
The Role of Canada’s Museums and Archives in Reconciliation
My latest post, The Role of Canada's Museums and Archives in Reconciliation, can be seen over at activehistory.ca. The post looks at the TRC executive summary of the final report and calls to action in relation to museums and archives. The report features 94 recommendations to facilitate reconciliation and address the legacy of residential schools, … Continue reading The Role of Canada’s Museums and Archives in Reconciliation