b'Message from the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERMULTI- GENERATIONALWORKU nder the Little Spirit Moon, we arrive again at the time of Cora McGuire-Cyrettestorytelling, and with it, a new issue of She is Wise magazine. In Chief Executive Officer,preparation for a new federal election, ONWA invites you to ONWA join us in reflecting on the work of those who came before us and reviewing the progress of federal policy on issues that directly affect Indigenous women.Across Turtle Island, more and more Indigenous women are getting involved in political leadership in both Canadian and First Nations governments. We are seeing firsthand the considerable impact of their undertakings, and together we are coming to understand the many facets and influences that affect governmental decision-making. The stories in this 11th issue of She is Wise emphasize that discussions about govern-ance start with community: we witness the journeys of Indigenous women, such as Grand Chief Linda Debassige and Mayor Wendy Landry, who are working diligently to address the issues of greatest concern to Indigenous women and their families, communities and nations. We remember the work of prominent Indigenous leaders within the political sphere, such as Mary Two-Axe Earley and the Honourable Murray Sinclair, whose legacies continue to uplift Indigenous voices and whose visions continue to guide us towards justice and healing. In reflecting on the history of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation, we learn about the impacts of federal budgets, recognizing the role they play as political tools. In conversation with the Honourable Kim Pate, and in committing to relation-ships such as the one ONWA shares with the Ma-ori Womens Welfare League, we recognize the significance and strength of allyship in advocacy. By getting involved in politics, Indigenous women are building governance that reflects Indigenous worldviews and promotes parallel systems.Political change is multi-generational work. Our ancestors started these journeys; it is our responsibility to not only continue them, but to also encourage youth to take on their roles as well. ONWA is proud to highlight the work of Indigenous leaders in this issue: past, present and future. It is through remembering the journeys of ancestral advocates and recognizing ongoing initiatives that we are reminded of the importance of educating ourselves, speaking up and enacting our right to vote. 10Fall/Winter 2024'