Voisey first Beneficiary to receive “Pride in Profession” award

Press Release

March 14, 2023

An employee with the Nunatsiavut Government is the first Beneficiary of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement to receive the “Pride in Profession” award, presented annually to a registered social worker who promotes the advancement of social work in their workplace, community and province, and demonstrates outstanding pride in the profession.

Rita-Anne Voisey, Family Connections Manager with the Department of Health and Social Development in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, received her award virtually today from the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers.

“As a registered social worker, it is excellent to see a Beneficiary of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement honored in this way,” says Health and Social Development Minister Gerald Asivak. “Congratulations to Rita-Anne on this achievement, and thanks to all social workers in Nunatsiavut, as their work impacts so many throughout the region and beyond.”

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