Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is a national advocacy organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada. It aims to protect and advance the rights, treaty obligations, ceremonies, and claims of First Nations communities.
An organized group that aims to influence public policy and decision-making within political, economic, and social systems.
Treaty Rights: These are legal rights that indigenous peoples have as a result of treaties signed with state or federal governments, recognizing their land claims and providing protections for cultural practices.
Advocacy: The act of arguing on behalf of a particular issue, policy, or group in order to influence public opinion or governmental policy