Strengthening Indigenous Relationships in the Workplace
Boozhoo News River readers,
We hope you are enjoying the final, fleeting days of summer wherever this email finds you. Read on for updates from Animikii partnerships, and the latest report from the Yellowhead Institute on Data Colonialism in Canada’s Chemical Valley.
Reconciliation and Tech: Strengthening Indigenous & Intersectional Relationships in the Workplace
Our latest article in partnership with TechSoup Canada has been published. This week, the article discusses steps nonprofits can take to develop deep and respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples in the workplace, and in their communities.
Read on to learn about topics like recognizing Indigenous land relations, rethinking time and cultural leave policies, and decentering western ways of working.
Interested in learning more? You are invited to our webinar on ‘Amplifying Indigenous Voices Through Ethical Nonprofit Tech Practices,’ on Thursday, September 28 from 12-1 PM (ET).
Join us as we explore the cornerstones of ethical engagement, understand the practice of Indigenous Data Sovereignty, and reflect on culturally-informed approaches to software development.
Jeff Ward Attends the MIT Solve Finals
Animikii CEO Jeff Ward was in NYC during UN General Assembly week to attend the announcement of the MIT Solve winners for 2023! Jeff served as a Fellowship Leadership Judge at the MIT Solve Challenge Finals in New York City this week.
This Massachusetts Institute of Technology initiative reveals 31 promising tech-based solutions to address global challenges, along with 6-8 Indigenous innovators using traditional knowledge and technology to drive positive impact in their communities.
Check out the winning Indigenous solutions, or view MIT Solve challenges currently accepting applications at the link below.
We’re grateful to have our headquarters on traditional territory of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Lkwungen, Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples of the Coast Salish Nation.
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