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3 Days to go until the webinar and we wish to invite you. The topic of discussion - Decoloniality: Reclaiming Indigenous Knowledges & Rebirth New Perspectives.”  Don't miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge! Book your seat: https://bit.ly/3zrLDin #IntegralRebirth #RebirthModel

🌍 Understanding Indigenous Sovereignty: The Foundation of Truth and Reconciliation 🌍 Do you want to help build a more inclusive and just society? Start by understanding Indigenous sovereignty. It's the key to truth and reconciliation, and it begins with us taking meaningful steps. Here are five ways to support Indigenous sovereignty: 1. Respect Traditional Lands: Recognize and honour the traditional lands where you live and work. This is a crucial first step in respecting Indigenous history and rights. 2. Support Indigenous Self-Governance: Advocate for the right of Indigenous communities to govern themselves. Self-determination is essential for their empowerment and autonomy. 3. Promote Cultural Awareness: Learn about Indigenous cultures, histories, and languages. Share this knowledge to foster understanding and respect. 4. Advocate for Indigenous Rights: Support laws and policies that protect and promote Indigenous rights. Use your voice to help drive meaningful change. 5. Build Genuine Partnerships: Engage with Indigenous communities to understand their needs and perspectives. Seek permission to be invited to work together on initiatives that matter to them. By taking these actions, we can all contribute to a path of reconciliation and support the sovereignty of Indigenous peoples. Each step helps build a fairer and more respectful society. 🔗 Do not forget to register for our upcoming webinar: DEI and Workplace Investigations: Preventing and Responding to Complaints with Shequille Gayle on June 12th, 2024 at 7PM. Comment DEI below and we will send you the registration link #indigenoussovereignty #truthandreconciliation #supportindigenousrights #culturalawareness #inclusivesociety #selfgovernance #respecttraditionallands #buildpartnerships #learnandgrow #mvdconsulting #deiconsulting #womeninbusiness #grant #diveristy #justice #entrepreneur #ontario

Valuable meeting with our indigenous fellows today. We agree: -traditional practices & knowledge are crucial to stop the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis -businesses must respect Indigenous rights for their lands, culture & well-being -using & preserving one’s language is a fundamental right.

Today is International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples! 🌎 As evaluators, it's crucial we understand and respect Indigenous ways of knowing and evaluation practices. Some key points to remember: 📚 Learn the history and recognize Indigenous sovereignty 👥 Create value for the community 💬 Respect Traditional Knowledge systems 🤝 Collaborate authentically with Indigenous partners Indigenous evaluation isn't just about methods—it's about building respectful relationships, listening, and learning. Let's commit to more inclusive, culturally responsive evaluation practices that honour Indigenous voices and wisdom. Check out our dictionary definition about Indigenous evaluation to learn more: https://loom.ly/bmXOpXc #IndigenousPeoplesDay #EvaluationPractice #DecolonizingEvaluation

I frequently return to this #OntarioHumanRightsCommission Dialogue Report I was honoured to draft while there, for the enduring wisdom shared by Indigenous dialogue partners and institutions, including advice for organizations genuinely thinking through what creating #rightrelationships with Indigenous peoples might look like and where to begin the #reconciliation process.  Here are some excerpts which I think continue to be of broad and ongoing relevance and application for mainstream institutions (albeit in ways requiring continuing dialogue with and centering of Indigenous peoples): "People most often described reconciliation as a project and process of decolonization. This involved restoring just and equitable relationships on an interpersonal, institutional and societal level, including by fulfilling existing Indigenous rights and treaty obligations, and, more fundamentally, respecting Indigenous sovereignty and restoring “true partnership” on an equal footing: 'There cannot be reconciliation in the absence of justice; not if colonialism is still perpetuated in this country.' ... 'We have to acknowledge in this work that we’re doing that there’s been 500 years of decimation of our people and forced assimilation. Our people are recovering and we’re at the tip of my shortest fingernail in the recovery process.' ... Many participants felt a key starting point for meaningful reconciliation was to apply critical anti-colonial scrutiny to foundational institutional structures and ways of doing things: 'You cannot reconcile colonial structures with just outcomes.' 'People have a mistaken notion that colonization happened in the past. Many well-meaning people do not realize the extent they are still operating in colonial frameworks.' They encouraged organizations to begin their efforts by looking at their own institutional structures and arrangements rather than promoting various strategies and initiatives: 'It can’t just be about making space for us [in your institutions]. We need to see systemic change, a fundamental change to do things differently.' ... We were cautioned about quick fixes: 'This is not a journey of one life but many’…You need to be in it for the long haul. Those in it for short-term goals are bound to be the most disappointed.'” For more, see https://lnkd.in/g7Rj7eCK. (The beautiful cover artwork for the dialogue report below was created by Chief Lady Bird (@chiefladybird) who is a Chippewa and Potawatomi artist from Rama First Nation and Moose Deer Point First Nation).

Deconstruction, as proposed by Jacques Derrida, involves critically analyzing texts and concepts to reveal inherent contradictions and assumptions. This approach encourages questioning established narratives and power structures.Impact: Postmodern nation-states often adopt deconstructive approaches to challenge dominant national narratives, leading to more inclusive policies that recognize marginalized voices. For instance, the recognition of Indigenous rights in countries like Australia reflects a deconstructive engagement with national history.

Honored to have been included in discussion around indigenous rights. They have always been present in the global debate, either present on the Media, International or Local Forums. Yet, the matter remains unsolved. And uncontacted people can still be a reality in South America, Indian Ocean, Pacific Asia or Oceania indeed. Organizations both in the private and in the public sector permanently face significant challenges in effectively addressing the needs of indigenous people. This issue is further compound when considering Uncontacted People, adding a layer of sensitivity to the discussion. This briefing paper aims to delve into the mechanisms designed to safeguard these communities and explore the avenues for their protection. Interested in this content? Follow me on LinkedIn 👉 https://buff.ly/41YdUXj here

This National Indigenous Peoples Day, we are honouring the strength, traditions, and contributions of #Indigenous Peoples, and reaffirming our commitment to #TruthAndReconciliation. Our journey continues as we strive to learn more, do better, and walk together in a spirit of allyship and respect. Discover how we’re acting on reconciliation: https://lnkd.in/gNn5b_r9

There's no skipping steps in building reconciliation... It’s important to take the time and space to ensure that we as a community of educators and advocates are approaching our relationships with reconciliation, indigenization, and decolonization in a good way. This means an intentional, heartfelt, and informed way. Imagine building a bridge and skipping the safety evaluation! But, that’s exactly what we are doing when we don’t take the time to work on ourselves first on this journey of indigenizing, decolonizing, and reconciling. We are skipping the safety portion of the relationship, the part that makes us a good partner. We must make the effort to learn more about the Truth of Truth and Reconciliation and the effort to engage with Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous cultures. It is also important that we take the time to start a process of reflecting and responding to how we as individuals uphold colonial structures and uphold barriers for Indigenous Peoples and ways of being. These reflections will be the guide to actions we can take as individuals to meaningful reconciliation. Each of us has a role in this work. Each of our actions and steps taken matter. So, remember that there is no skipping steps! As we are called to action this September in response to the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, remember the work begins with us evaluating our actions and beliefs, taking space to learn more about the Truth, and opening our hearts to the diverse ways of being that Indigenous Peoples have embodied since time immemorial. Only then can we reflect on how we can meaningfully change our personal and professional actions to end discrimination, remove barriers, and to respect the Indigenous values that have always stewarded this territory. I look forward to hearing more about the intentional, informed, and heart felt actions that will come from our reflections and heart work during this September and into the years to come. (My words are intentional. I use ‘we’ because we as a community of educators and advocates are in this together – no matter where we are on this journey.) https://lnkd.in/gD4Z6edb