Family Services Minister Margaret Nakashuk, left, is calling on Nunavummiut to treat community social workers with kindness amid what she describes as harassment and violence. But Nunavut Employees Union president Jason Rochon, right, said the GN has a role to play in making sure front-line workers feel safe and supported. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier)

Action, not statements, needed to support social workers in Nunavut: NEU president

by Local Journalism Initiative May 29, 2025

written by Local Journalism Initiative May 29, 2025

By Jeff Pelletier | Nunatsiaq News Family Services Minister Margaret Nakashuk is condemning what she describes as violence and harassment toward community social workers who provide mental health, child protection and other support services across Nunavut. But Jason Rochon, president of Nunavut Empl...

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