Undergraduate and graduate studies can be overwhelming. Penína gives insights into her experiences navigating graduate school and offers valuable advice on learning when to say “no,” identifying your achievements, setting goals, and seeking mentorship. Penína is a Ph.D. student in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies at UNBC and an accepted member of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation. 

Claiming Spaces is a collaborative project between Inspiring Women Among Us (at the University of British Columbia), the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Toward Parity in Municipal Politics program and the City of Prince George. Aiming to engage and support youth from marginalized groups to enter leadership positions, Claiming Spaces provides publicly accessible resources and videos sharing experiences and insights from inspiring Canadian leaders.

Explore more insightful videos, discover resources, and find mentorship opportunities at our website: https://iwau.ca/claimingspaces