Jenn is a Metis mother of three adoptive kids, married to some Scottish dude and her comedy ranges from seriously funny to seriously absurd! She has performed across Canada at clubs, corporate events and charities and was recently selected to compete in the Sirius Top Comic Competition. Her comedy is designed to be both entertaining and inspiring.
Jenn has faced much diversity and believes that no matter what is going in your life, your perspective and actions can get you through it. She explained that we all have our own perspective/lens, based on our experiences, education, etc. We can develop more lenses to look at things differently, from others point of views, and to see the world with more respect and humility.
Jenn pointed out that there is both individual and collective trauma, and that the societal trauma caused by the Sixties Scoop and the residential school system is felt by all of us. It is in everyone's best interest (from societal and economic viewpoints) to participate in the reconciliation. She recommends three steps:
1. Ask questions of indigenous people, especially elders.
2. Listen to their stories.
3. When you feel you don't understand or agree, try looking at with different lenses.
Jenn provided a frank and enlightening talk; find out more about Jenn's comedy and teaching by clicking below.
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