Author Archives: Martha Troian

About Martha Troian

An Ojibwe from Lac Seul First Nation in northwestern Ontario, Martha is an Ottawa based journalist, currently completing her Masters of Journalism at Carleton University.

Sage’s Story – HIV/AIDS Awareness Book

Posted by Martha Troian on September 6, 2011

When writing the Healthy Life Series: Volume 6- HIV/AIDS, I added a factoid about how someone may not know they are HIV-positive and unknowingly infect others.  Because it can take years for someone to develop noticeable symptoms, it’s best to … Continue reading →

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Writing a First Nation Cultural Book about HIV/AIDS – Part 2

Posted by Martha Troian on May 10, 2011

While writing on the topic of HIV/AIDS for the Ningwakwe Learning ‘Healthy Living Series,’ the message I wanted to drive home was that with medication and healthy choices, HIV-positive people can live long lives.

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Writing a First Nation Cultural Book about HIV/AIDS – Part 1

Posted by Martha Troian on March 31, 2011

In writing a new addition to Ningwakwe Learning Press’ “Healthy Life Series” on the topic of HIV/AIDS, I had to decide during the writing process how the fictional character would become infected. Although it’s fiction, I wanted a First Nation … Continue reading →

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