Honouring Dr. Patricia Shaw: Support Indigenous Language Revitalization

Join us in celebrating the remarkable career of Dr. Patricia Shaw by contributing to the Dr. Patricia A. Shaw Fund for Indigenous Languages.

Project Description

Dr. Patricia A. Shaw has dedicated her career to the reclamation, revitalization and documentation of Indigenous languages. To celebrate her career, in the true spirit of generosity, Dr. Shaw hopes to create a fund that will support students at UBC in continuing this crucial work. Your donation can help to empower students, particularly those from First Nations communities, to preserve and revitalize their traditional languages.

Challenges and Impact of Your Support

Your gift today not only pays tribute to Dr. Shaw’s invaluable contributions to UBC and the Institute for Critical Indigenous Studies but also provides vital support for students engaged in language revitalization efforts. Your contribution will help to fund student work that is essential for preserving critically endangered First Nations languages.

About Dr. Patricia A. Shaw

Dr. Shaw, Founding Chair of the First Nations and Endangered Languages Program, has spent decades collaborating with Indigenous communities and international organizations to support language reclamation efforts. Her partnership with the Musqueam community has been particularly impactful, leading to the development of the UBC-Musqueam collaborative teaching and research relationship. Through the Musqueam Language Program, UBC and Musqueam students have the opportunity to learn hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ with post-secondary credit, thanks to Dr. Shaw’s dedication and vision.

Your support will ensure that Dr. Shaw’s legacy continues to inspire future generations and that Indigenous languages thrive for years to come.

 

This project is now closed. If you would like to learn more or would like the opportunity to donate, please reach out to crowd.fund@ubc.ca.