Katisha Paul is one of the most influential Indigenous leaders of her generation. In Part One of this special two-part conversation, she shares the deeply personal story behind her advocacy and leadership.Katisha reflects on her childhood, family, cultural identity, and ancestry. She speaks openly about surviving abuse, growing up in remote communities, and carrying responsibilities far beyond her years. She also discusses how she learned to use her voice after years of silence and why protecting others remains at the center of everything she does. This episode explores:Growing up as the oldest of nine childrenThe teachings that shaped her worldviewChildhood trauma and resilienceFinding her voice after years of silenceIndigenous identity and cultural groundingFamily, community, and responsibilityLeadership through lived experienceIntergenerational strength and excellenceWhat people often misunderstand about her journeyThe foundations of the work she leads todayPart Two will explore Katisha's work in Indigenous governance, sovereignty, climate leadership, international advocacy, repatriation, and her vision for the future.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/E1dn1iooEfgContact Katisha PaulNEPENEḴhttps://nepenek.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nepenekgroup/LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katisha-paul-b6ab0235b/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/katisha.paul/Union of BC Indian Chiefshttps://www.ubcic.bc.ca/UN Global Indigenous Youth Caucushttps://www.globalindigenousyouthcaucus.org/https://www.facebook.com/GlobalIndigenousYouthCaucus/Tsartlip First Nationhttps://tsartlip.com/