Author Archives: Ningwakwe George

About Ningwakwe George

Ningwakwe George is the founder and namesake for Ningwakwe Learning Press. She is Anishnawbe from the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation in Southern Ontario. Her Anishnawbe spirit name is Ningwakwe, which means Rainbow Woman. Ningwakwe firmly believes in the holistic approach to literacy and to life – balancing our spirit, heart, mind and body.

Reflecting, Refracting and Dispersing – Rainbow Literacy

Ningwakwe George talks about what literacy means to her as she was the 2011 recipient of the Council of the Federation Literacy Award for Ontario. Continue reading

Publishing House Created Out of Need & Creativity

I’ve had the privilege of being involved in Aboriginal adult literacy/basic education since 1985. Over the past quarter century, I’ve seen many changes in the way we work with Aboriginal adults.