Secwepemc Cultural Education Society

Secwepemc Cultural Education Society

The Secwepemc Cultural Education Society (SCES) is a non-profit organization in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada governed by representatives from thirteen bands of the Secwepemc Nation and a representative from the Secwepemc Elders Council. The society was founded on September 22, 1983 to preserve and promote the language, culture and history of the Secwepemc people. In addition to curriculum development and other programs, the society operates the Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park in Kamloops.

Vision Statement

The vision statement of the Secwsecwepemc is "Met’eltwécw-kt Es Knucwetwécw-kt" –“Everyone come together to help one another.”

Mission Statement

The Secwépemc mission is to work in unity to have a living, thriving culture and language for spiritual balance, which sustains and honours our heritage. SCES does this through a variety of unique and innovative programs, services and institutions, which incorporate Secwepemc traditional knowledge, and affirms our spiritual and cultural values.

References

* [http://www.secwepemc.org/ SCES website]


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