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Thompson Rivers University (TRU) campuses are situated on the ancestral lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc and the T’exelc within Secwepemcúl’ecw, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Secwépemc. The rich tapestry of this land also encompasses the territories of the St’át’imc, Nlaka’pamux, Tŝilhqot’in, Nuxalk, and Dakelh. Recognizing the deep histories and ongoing presence of these Indigenous peoples, we express gratitude for the wisdom held by this land. TRU is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, valuing education as a shared journey. TRU Open Press, inspired by collaborative learning on this land, upholds open principles and accessible education, nurturing respectful, reciprocal relationships through the shared exchange of knowledge across generations and communities.
Maritime Anthropologist,
Adjunct faculty at Andhra University. research consultant and leads the Coastal Resilient Futures India Network.
Executive Director,
Coastal Sustainability Resilience Foundation, India
Associate Director,
Coastal Sustainability Resilience Foundation, India
Web DESigner,
Resilient Futures, Tru
Co-founder,
Project Manjari, Nepal
Global Skills Opportunity Scholar, Canada, 2024
Professional social worker, Nepal
Global Skills Opportunity Scholar, Canada, 2024
Youth Social Worker,
kadambari college, Nepal
Global Skills Opportunity Scholar, Canada, 2024
Marissa Howe
Akita International University, JAPAN
Policy ANalyst, India
I left my village to study veterinary science, but the mountains always called me back. Trekking became my passion and my livelihood—until the 2015 earthquake changed everything. While helping with relief work, a fall from a cliff left me paralyzed.
One moment I was guiding others, the next I was being carried to a hospital, my dreams of Everest and Italy slipping away. Life didn’t end, but it changed forever
