Name
Alisha Verano
Natural Resources Canada
Location
Moh’kinstsis, Treaty 7
Description
Alisha Verano is a proud Red River Métis and citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta, located in Treaty 7 territory. She’s passionate about creating sustainable and inclusive change and believes in the power of public policy to tackle big issues like climate change and energy equity.
With over a decade of experience in community building and advocacy, Alisha is deeply committed to empowering youth and women. She graduated from the University of Calgary in 2021, where she was awarded the Royal Eagle Award for her leadership and contributions to the Indigenous student community. While at university, Alisha had the opportunity to contribute to Indigenous-led research projects, which sparked her interest in public policy and its influence on the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples.
Currently a Policy Analyst at Natural Resources Canada, Alisha is eager to support Indigenous communities lead the way in clean energy projects. She is grateful for Generation Power, which has allowed her to hone her leadership skills and gain the confidence to tackle key public policy challenges that drive energy independence and climate action