MEEK MAVEN Consulting
MEEK MAVEN Consulting strives to advance Indigenous people and communities through advocacy, education and support, guiding organizations and change for a more equitable future.
About
VISION
To create opportunities where Indigenous people and voices, values, knowledge, and experiences are included in shaping decisions for future generations.
MISSION
MEEK MAVEN Consulting strives to advance Indigenous people and communities through advocacy, education and support, guiding organizations and change for a more equitable future.
MEEK MAVEN Consulting is dedicated to enhancing Indigenous-focused efforts to businesses and organizations. Through an Indigenous perspective and experience in education, Indigenous Relations, communications, program management and policy development, MEEK MAVEN offers successful strategies and plans to address and close gaps in order to promote growth.
MEEK MAVEN Consulting offers advisory, advocacy and facilitation services in Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, cultural learning, best practices, research, policy development, program delivery, strategic planning and frameworks. Guidance to organizations is instrumental in shaping intentional, actionable, measurable plans and is based on unique business need and current state.
MEEK MAVEN’s expertise involves creating and cultivating relationships with staffing teams, stakeholders, and communities.
MEEK MAVEN Consulting is a Certified Indigenous Business through the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business.
Services
MEEK MAVEN Consulting customizes all offerings
Indigenous Consulting
Support to businesses wanting to grow their Indigenous recruitment, retention, workplace culture, business practices or to receive accreditation in the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business’ (CCIB) Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program.
Beyond Indigenous Awareness
Offering various workshops, learning sessions, presentations, Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training, best practices and approaches for Executive Leadership, employees, Boards and communities
Action Plans, Policies and Strategies
Supporting the development and growth of Indigenous Recruitment and Retention, Reconciliation Action Plans, Communication, Reporting, Policies and Strategies for Indigenous Inclusion in Leadership
MEEK MAVEN is a Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) Facilitator, offering support to companies seeking accreditation in the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business’ (CCIB) PAIR program.
We work to ensure that a company’s commitment to Indigenous Relations is demonstrated and fully captured to successfully receive accreditation.
MEEK MAVEN Consulting workshops provide training and resources to support organizations seeking to increase Indigenous recruitment and retention, cultural understanding, safety, and inclusivity in the workplace.
- Indigenous and Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Initiatives and Policies
- Recruitment and Retention Plans/Workforce Development
- Reconciliation Action Plan Development and Implementation Support
- Workshops and Presentations
- Learning Module Development
- Research
- Program Evaluation and Reporting
- Communication Strategies, Messaging, and Plans for Internal/ External
- Strategic Planning
- Grant Writing and Proposal Development
- Board Development and Support
- Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) Support
Founder & Principal Consultant
Melanie McKay is the Founder & Principal Consultant of MEEK MAVEN Consulting. Her experience includes over 15 years dedicated to First Nation and Métis initiatives in education, health, government, non-profit and business sectors. She believes in the power of building meaningful relationships to advance Indigenous people and lasting inclusion. She is effective and experience providing services and expertise on strategic planning, policy and program development, communication, implementation and evaluation, research, cultural learning, human resources, creating relationships with staffing teams, stakeholders, and community partners.
Melanie holds a Certificate In Indigenous Communication Arts, Bachelor of Education Degree and Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology.
Melanie is committed to amplifying Indigenous voices, representation and inclusion at every level and position. Her passion is to help create positive change for her children and the generations of Indigenous people for years to come.
Supporting purposeful progress and results
Call to connect today
306-737-5078
Regina, Saskatchewan