Mission: “To inspire and value Eeyou-Eenou Iskweu through healing, culture and socio-economic development.”
The organization strives to inspire Cree women toward self-empowerment and development. CWEIA serves as an advocate for gender equity and equality, supporting women entrepreneurs individually and collectively while promoting healing, cultural initiatives, and economic growth.
Vision: “We are strong, united and resilient Eeyou-Eenou Iskwaauch as we embrace our nurturing roles towards sustaining harmonious families, communities and nation.”
Our vision emphasizes four key aspirations:
- Strength and Resilience — Cree women developing self-knowledge, cultural reconnection, and promoting leadership across governance spheres.
- Harmonious Relationships — Focus extends beyond individual women to families and communities, reflecting Cree values of empathy and sustainability.
- Holistic Health — Embracing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of wellness, including healing from historical trauma.
- Cultural Foundation — Strong Cree culture, language, and traditions as essential guidelines for community development.
Core Values
Personal Level
- Strong identity and self-cared women
- Empowerment and healthy women
- Strong culture and traditions as guidelines
- Respectful attitude and relationships
Organizational Level
- Unity and mutual support
- Openness to change and innovation
- Fair, consensus-oriented decision-making
- Shared leadership roles
- Clear communication and honesty