WASKONEGABOWIIK, also known as Pamela Johnson, is from the Ginozhe clan and grew up in Seine River First Nation. She is a survivor of the Indian Day School. She speaks fluent Anishinaabemowin and grew up with Anishinaabe teachings, culture and traditions. After pursuing many careers to help her people, she works as a part-time instructor for Seven Generations Education Institute in the Niigaanendataa Program and as a freelance teacher and translator. She lives in Mitaanjigamiing First Nation.