Empowering First Nations Entrepreneurs
Empowering First Nations Entrepreneurs is a program by OFNEDA, a Canadian economic development organization, providing guidance and support to Indigenous entrepreneurs. The initiative matches Indigenous partners with experienced volunteer advisors to enhance capacity-building and facilitate communit
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Conventions for Referring to Indigenous Peoples in Canada and the USA
This article outlines guidelines for referring to Indigenous Peoples, emphasizing specificity and respect for preferred names and terms. It discusses the importance of capitalizing terms related to Indigenous Nations and cautions against using terms implying colonial possession. The use of terms lik
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Understanding Settler Colonialism and Its Impact in the Anthropocene
Settler colonialism, a structure of domination, aims to permanently transfer settlers to Indigenous lands, leading to ongoing dispossession and conflict. This form of colonialism disrupts Indigenous nationhoods, political practices, and sovereignties. The dispossession of Indigenous bodies and lands
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Social Development Challenges in South Africa: Embracing Indigenous Knowledge
South Africa's social welfare policies have been influenced by colonialism and apartheid, leading to a disconnect between Western social thought and indigenous African practices. This study aims to empower Black Africans in the social work sector, promoting the integration of indigenous knowledge sy
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Indigenous IT Apprenticeship Program Overview
The Government of Canada's IT Apprenticeship Program for Indigenous Peoples offers a comprehensive 24-month term appointment to develop Indigenous individuals into IT professionals. Supported by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, the program provides hands-on work experience and online training,
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Understanding Positionality and Indigenous Data Sovereignty in Critical Data Work
Explore the impact of positionality on data work, challenge notions of value-free research, and address issues of erasure and harm in Indigenous data sovereignty. Reflect on how personal values and experiences influence data understanding, and consider the rights of Indigenous peoples in owning and
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Unveiling the Effects of Institutionalized Racism on Indigenous Peoples
Delve into the intricate web of institutionalized racism faced by Indigenous communities, exploring key concepts like covert racism versus operant racism, decolonization, and settler benefits. Learn how historical injustices, such as the Indian Act, continue to impact Indigenous autonomy and the fig
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Understanding Indigenous Communities in Disaster Recovery
Increased understanding of intrinsic strengths and unique impacts of disasters on Indigenous communities, role of Indigenous community-controlled organizations, importance of connection to Country, and need for engagement with Indigenous communities by emergency management agencies. Disasters have u
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Exploring Indigenous Identity Through Steven Oliver's "Real
Delve into the artistic prowess of Indigenous poet and rapper Steven Oliver through his work "Real". Explore how Oliver challenges social narratives, redefines cultural ideals, and advocates for change, all while sharing his Indigenous identity in a variety of creative forms.
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Uncovering the Past: Indigenous History of the Delmarva Peninsula
Delve into the rich indigenous history of the Delmarva Peninsula, acknowledging the injustices and hardships faced by Native American communities. From Columbus' invasion to the Trail of Tears, explore the impact of colonization on indigenous peoples and the ongoing efforts to address historical mis
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Understanding the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, effective from June 21, 2021, aims to protect and promote Indigenous rights, including self-determination and equality. Key elements include the preamble emphasizing reconciliation, interpretive elements in Section 2, and the de
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BSc in Strategic Studies & International Relations at KDU
The Faculty of Defence and Strategic Studies at KDU offers a hybrid BSc degree in Strategic Studies and International Relations to prepare skilled professionals in national security and foreign relations. The program aims to develop theoretical and research skills for analyzing international politic
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Understanding Relations and Functions in Mathematics
This chapter explores various types of relations and functions, including empty and universal relations, equivalence relations, and common errors in understanding symmetry. It also delves into the concept of reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity in relations, with practical examples provided for b
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Fundamentals of Thermodynamic Property Relations
Determining thermodynamic properties is crucial for analysis, involving direct and derived properties expressed through formulations and relations. Partial derivatives, fundamental relations like the 1st and 2nd laws, and functions such as enthalpy, Helmholtz, and Gibbs are explored. Maxwell relatio
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International Relations and Protocol Division Presentation to Presiding Officers on Operations
The International Relations and Protocol Division (IRPD) was established in 2010 to enhance Parliament's international relations capacity and strategic objectives. The division focuses on improving parliamentary international engagement, providing advisory services, managing logistical operations, c
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Addressing Rheumatic Heart Disease Disparities in Indigenous Australians
Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) continues to disproportionately affect Indigenous Australians, particularly those living in remote areas, with a high incidence compared to the non-Indigenous population. Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) is a key precursor to RHD, often linked to social determinants and poor
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Equivalence Relations and Partition Induced Relations
The concept of equivalence relations and partition-induced relations on sets are explored. Equivalence relations satisfy reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity, making them important in various mathematical contexts. The relation induced by a partition of a set is shown to be an equivalence relatio
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Indigenous Perspectives on Supporting Families Facing Parental Mental Illness and Addiction
This event, hosted by the BC Schizophrenia Society with the support of the Ministry for Children and Family Development, focuses on supporting families dealing with parental mental illness and addiction from Indigenous perspectives. It includes discussions on strengthening mental health systems, com
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Relationship Between Health and Deaths in Custody in Australia
In Australia, the relationship between prisoner health and deaths in custody is a critical issue. Indigenous inmates are disproportionately affected, with higher death rates compared to non-Indigenous inmates. Addressing prisoner health may offer a potential solution to reducing custodial deaths. Th
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Effect of Normalization of Relations with Cuba on Georgia
The normalization of relations with Cuba has had significant effects in Georgia, particularly in terms of diplomatic relations, trade embargo laws, and trade relations. This includes a look at the naming of ambassadors, the importance of diplomatic relations, trade restrictions with various countrie
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Understanding Barriers to Sustainable Indigenous Tourism Sector
Globally, tourism is seen as an opportunity for Indigenous communities. However, barriers such as economic challenges, declining demand, and competition pose significant obstacles. Research conducted in Australia aims to analyze the gap between supply and demand in Indigenous tourism and explore the
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Exploring the Intersection of Indigenous, Humanities, and Sciences
The narrative delves into the rich tapestry where Indigenous traditions, Humanities, and Sciences meet, highlighting the contrast in approaches like logical reasoning in Sciences, spiritual origins in Indigenous knowledge, and interpretive wisdom in Humanities. It emphasizes the holistic, narrative-
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Settler Colonialism and Carcerality: Disrupting Indigenous Relationships and Territories
This study delves into the impact of settler colonialism on Indigenous peoples, focusing on the immobilization and movement imposed on them through carceral spaces. It explores the intersections of official and unofficial carceral spaces, shedding light on the disrupting effects on Indigenous relati
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The Role of UN in Indigenous Peoples: A Critical Analysis
The research delves into the role of the United Nations in addressing the unique social, cultural, economic, and political qualities of indigenous peoples worldwide. It discusses the importance of recognizing indigenous rights, traditions, and the challenges they face in contemporary societies, emph
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Innovating Astronomy Education at NAU Through Indigenous Perspectives
Explore how Northern Arizona University is reshaping astronomy education using innovative teaching styles with a focus on Indigenous Astronomy. Gain insights into effective teaching methods, the importance of Indigenous Astronomy lab content, teaching approaches, and creating engaging lab materials.
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Indigenous Peoples and Population Dynamics in Latin America
Latin America is a region with diverse indigenous groups, facing demands for recognition and rights. The importance of information, especially from censuses, is crucial for developing policies and programs to support indigenous peoples. Various data sources such as censuses, surveys, and registries
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Indigenous Studies Research Data Management Policy: Breaking Barriers in Indigenous Research
Covering cultural rights, Indigenous data custodianship, policy developments, and ATSILIRN protocols, this presentation at the National Indigenous Studies Conference in 2014 highlights key issues and approaches in managing research data in Indigenous studies.
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Understanding Sense Relations in Linguistics
Sense relations play a crucial role in linguistics, influencing the significance and connection between words. Various aspects such as recurrence, discrimination, lexicalizability, abstract vs. concrete relations, multiple simultaneous relations, and the entities involved characterize sense relation
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Understanding the Impacts of Colonialism on Indigenous Communities
The article delves into how East Coast Indigenous communities were profoundly affected during the colonial period and beyond, enduring forced removals, enslavement, attempted genocide, and subjugated statuses. It explores the historical realities that continue to shape the presence and representatio
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Understanding the Four Quadrants of Public Relations
Public relations professionals engage in various relationships including internal, external, personal, and community interactions. The four quadrants of PR include Media, Community, Business, and Government relations. Each quadrant encompasses specific responsibilities and strategies such as managin
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Indigenous Recruitment Action Plan Overview
CIRNAC Yukon developed an Indigenous Recruitment Action Plan focusing on three themes: Outreach, Renewing the job advertisement, and Mentorship. The plan includes various activities such as attending job fairs, partnering with colleges, and creating employee profiles to attract local Indigenous cand
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Semantic Relations Expressed by Prepositions in Modeling Study
Explore the study on modeling semantic relations expressed by prepositions conducted by Vivek Srikumar and Dan Roth from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. The research delves into prepositions triggering relations, ontology of preposition relations, examples of preposition relations, pre
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Call to Implement Jordan's Principle for Indigenous Children
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action No. 3 emphasizes the need for all levels of government to fully implement Jordan's Principle, which prioritizes the needs and well-being of Indigenous children. Highlighting the story of Jordan River Anderson, the call underscores the importan
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Indigenous Rights Litigation in Canadian Law: A Review of 2020-2022
Strategic considerations in Indigenous rights litigation, social acceptability in decision-making, Indigenous identities, and future expectations were discussed in a review from November 21, 2022. The case of Southwind v. Canada highlighted issues of fiduciary obligations and equitable compensation
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Understanding Indigenous Environmental Justice & Biodiversity Interconnection
Exploring the intricate relationship between Indigenous environmental justice, biodiversity, and cultural diversity as discussed by Jenell Navarro, Ph.D., and Winona LaDuke. The impact of settler colonialism, capitalism, and loss of Indigenous populations on environmental degradation is highlighted.
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Understanding Violence Prevention and Trafficking in Indigenous Communities
Explore key terms like assimilation, colonialism, discrimination, grooming, and human trafficking in the context of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. Learn about concepts such as intergenerational trauma, patriarchy, racism, and settler colonialism that impact these communities. Under
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Indigenous Services Canada Achievements and Initiatives Overview
Indigenous Services Canada in Ontario region held a joint gathering in May 2018, leading to the formation of a new department focusing on improving health outcomes for Indigenous communities. The department has made significant strides in enhancing services such as healthy child development, mental
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Exploring Indigenous Knowledge in Education
Delve into Indigenous ways of knowing, understanding, and learning, emphasizing the importance of integrating traditional Indigenous pedagogies in education. Learn about the characteristics, sources, and values of Indigenous knowledge, and explore the intersection of Indigenous knowledge with Wester
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Reviving African Indigenous Knowledge for Decolonizing Education
Mammo Muchie, a distinguished DPhil and research professor, will address the urgent need to revive African Indigenous Knowledge within the education system to decolonize it effectively. The conference will explore the key characteristics of Indigenous Knowledge, highlight the exemplary model of Imho
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Australians Reject Indigenous Advisory Panel: Impact & Challenges
Australians recently voted against establishing an Indigenous advisory panel, highlighting inequities faced by Indigenous Australians. The referendum faced misinformation and lacked clarity on its benefits. The rejection raises questions on addressing Indigenous issues, impacting Australia's global
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