• Elder Ruth Powell

  • Aug 28 2024
  • Length: 22 mins
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Elder Ruth Powell

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  • Ruth Powell, an 86-year-old indigenous elder from Happy Valley Goose Bay, shared her childhood experiences, including befriending a black bear named Lucky and her grandmother's fear of the bear. She discussed her transition to residential school at 13, the challenges of learning English, and her father's mixed heritage.

    Ruth recounted her life raising seven children, working in a hospital, and delivering two babies in one day. She emphasized the importance of hard work, family, and open communication in her 58-year marriage. Ruth also reflected on the significant changes in technology and lifestyle over the years.

    Tune in for an inspiring conversation that honors the voices of the past while empowering the leaders of tomorrow.

    For accessibility, transcripts are provided with every episode.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.