Sandra Lovelace Nicholas

Sandra Lovelace Nicholas is a Canadian Indigenous rights activist best known for her pivotal role in advancing the rights of Indigenous women in Canada. In the 1980s, she launched a complaint with the United Nations after being denied Indian status due to discriminatory provisions in the Indian Act. Her case highlighted systemic injustices faced by Indigenous women and led to significant legal changes, including amendments to the Indian Act in 1985, which aimed to address gender discrimination. Lovelace Nicholas's advocacy continues to influence Indigenous rights and gender equality discussions in Canadian society.