Sharon Nelson
Sharon Nelson is the Chief of the Selkirk First Nation in Yukon, Canada. Under her leadership, the Selkirk First Nation recently acquired the former Minto Mine site, a significant move towards economic self-determination and community empowerment. Nelson emphasizes the importance of protecting the land and promoting economic self-reliance, ensuring that any development aligns with the values and priorities of her community. Her leadership reflects a commitment to fostering opportunities that benefit the Indigenous community while upholding environmental responsibilities.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 1 | 8.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 3,147 | $15,000 | 16$ |
| Totals | 1 | 2,961,167 | 3,147 | $15,000 | 16$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Sharon Nelson is the Montreal-based chair for the Canadian contingent of the electoral committee for the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council.
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Canada:
Chief Sharon Nelson said of the purchase that the act is 'self-determination in action' and allows the nation to 'move forward deliberately and on our own terms' with the mine’s future.
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