Camille Callison

Camille Callison is a distinguished Indigenous librarian, archivist, academic, and cultural activist, proudly representing the Tsesk iye (Crow) Clan of the Tahltan Nation in British Columbia, Canada. As the university librarian at the University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of library services and information access for Indigenous communities.

With a deep commitment to advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples and their knowledge, Callison focuses on the intersection of these rights with GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) institutions. Her work emphasizes the importance of preserving and promoting Indigenous knowledge systems within these frameworks.

Callison's influence extends beyond her local community; she is actively engaged in various professional associations at local, national, and international levels. Notably, she serves as co-lead of the National Indigenous Knowledge and Language Alliance (NIKLA), where she collaborates with others to enhance the library and informational needs of Indigenous peoples.