UNBC Offers Program for Aboriginal Social Workers

Media Release

February 1, 2007

The University of Northern British Columbia is partnering with theMinistry of Children and Family Development and Carrier Sekani FamilyServices to provide aboriginal social workers with the opportunity gaina specialization in child welfare.

The Government of BC reports that aboriginal children make up 76% of the northern children in the care of the Ministry. 

Contact:

Karen Murry, Public Affairs Officer, MCFD - 250.356.2939

or Rob van Adrichem, Director of Media and Public Relations, UNBC - 250.960.5622 

Photo Downloads

Clickon the image below to download a high-resolution file. The photodepicts the first students in the program. Classes started today.