her story her pride

Storyteller: Jurnee

Languages: English and Mohawk

About the story: Jurnee reflects on an experience of racism and how to stand up for herself.

Learn more: In Jurnee’s story, she shares what it was like to be made fun of for speaking her language. As Indigenous people, we have daily experiences of racism, colonization and more. Jurnee learns to stand up for herself with the support of her mother and grandmother. These activities are full of affirmations, to tell ourselves and those we love when we need to be lifted up.