Portrait
Name
Maureen Joanne Mary Charlie
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation
Description
Born and raised in the Yukon, Maureen is a proud member of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation from Old Crow. Deeply rooted in her community and culture, she’s dedicated her career to supporting Indigenous well-being and sustainability. She has worked with Natural Resources within her own First Nation government, when the Sree Vyaa Solar Project was beginning. She has also worked for the Council of Yukon First Nation (CYFN) in the Health department, focusing on community and family health. In 2024, Maureen began working with Northern Energy Innovation (NEI) at the Yukon University, where she contributes to advancing clean energy solutions for northern communities. Her work is driven by a commitment to empowering First Nations and building a sustainable future grounded in Indigenous knowledge and innovation.