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Indigenous Birthing Program Helps Babies Thrive in Australia
Health & WellnessMar 18

Indigenous Birthing Program Helps Babies Thrive in Australia

A culturally focused health program in Australia is helping Indigenous mothers give birth to healthier babies through personalized support and care. The Birthing on Country initiative keeps families together and communities strong during one of life's most important moments.

ABC Australia3 min read
NASA Program Teaches 780 Teachers to Honor Indigenous Sites
SolutionsFeb 24

NASA Program Teaches 780 Teachers to Honor Indigenous Sites

A NASA program showed teachers how to teach astronomy while respecting the sacred meaning mountaintop observatories hold for Native Hawaiian and Tohono O'odham communities. Over 10 years, 780 teachers learned to frame science as a human story shaped by many cultures.

NASA2 min read
NSW Invests $350M to Keep Indigenous Families Together
SolutionsMar 28

NSW Invests $350M to Keep Indigenous Families Together

A mother who nearly lost her third child to foster care found help through an Aboriginal support program that's now getting a massive expansion. New South Wales is investing $350 million to help more than 4,000 at-risk Indigenous families stay together.

ABC Australia3 min read
Kenora Report Charts Path to Indigenous Reconciliation
SolutionsFeb 18

Kenora Report Charts Path to Indigenous Reconciliation

After six years of research with Indigenous Elders and community members, a McMaster University professor has released a comprehensive roadmap for reconciliation in Kenora, Ontario. The community-driven report offers concrete solutions while celebrating Indigenous resurgence already underway.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Ontario Teachers' Pension Launches First Indigenous Action Plan
SolutionsMar 11

Ontario Teachers' Pension Launches First Indigenous Action Plan

Canada's Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan became the first Canadian pension fund to create an Indigenous Action Plan, setting 17 commitments to support reconciliation through hiring, education, and community partnerships. Twenty-six Indigenous employers now participate in the pension plan, with new training programs and community spaces opening doors for thousands.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Canadian Teens Learn Coding by Remixing Indigenous Music
InnovationFeb 16

Canadian Teens Learn Coding by Remixing Indigenous Music

A Canadian program teaches teenagers computer science by having them remix songs from Indigenous artists, turning STEM education into a celebration of culture. The initiative pairs tech skills with powerful conversations about First Nations experiences.

Good Good Good2 min read
TMU Marks 10 Years of Indigenous Reconciliation Progress
SolutionsMar 18

TMU Marks 10 Years of Indigenous Reconciliation Progress

Toronto Metropolitan University celebrates a decade of truth and reconciliation work with new initiatives strengthening Indigenous education, student support, and cultural practices. The milestone launches a poster series reflecting on achievements while mapping the next ten years of commitment.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Indigenous Cricket Stars Drive 2.5 Hours for Big Dreams
SportsApr 17

Indigenous Cricket Stars Drive 2.5 Hours for Big Dreams

Young Indigenous cricketers are traveling hours from remote Australian communities to compete in national championships that have launched careers in professional cricket. This year's tournament in Mackay includes 13 teams and Papua New Guinea's national squad for the first time.

ABC Australia2 min read
Indigenous Bone Health Study Guides Better Care in Australia
Health & WellnessJan 20

Indigenous Bone Health Study Guides Better Care in Australia

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face higher fracture rates, yet bone health has been overlooked until now. A groundbreaking study co-led by Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers is changing that by listening to what communities actually need.

Medical Xpress3 min read
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Canada's Indigenous Economy Grew 70% in Last Decade

Indigenous economic participation in Canada jumped from $37.6 billion to $63.7 billion between 2013 and 2023, and a new report says deeper partnerships could nearly double that growth. The shift is already helping major projects move forward faster while building stronger communities.

Google: economic growth report3 min read
Free Exercise Programs Help Cancer Survivors Thrive
Health & WellnessApr 21

Free Exercise Programs Help Cancer Survivors Thrive

Roswell Park Cancer Center launches two free 12-week programs that blend fitness with research to help survivors restore their strength and confidence. Both virtual and in-person options make recovery support accessible to everyone.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Study: 1 in 3 Indigenous Adults Thriving Despite Barriers
SolutionsMar 9

Study: 1 in 3 Indigenous Adults Thriving Despite Barriers

A groundbreaking study of over 6,000 Indigenous adults reveals nearly one-third are thriving across mental health, physical wellness, and life satisfaction. The research shifts focus from deficits to the remarkable strengths Indigenous communities continue to embody.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Indigenous Partnerships Could Double Canada's Economy
SolutionsJun 3

Indigenous Partnerships Could Double Canada's Economy

A groundbreaking report shows Indigenous economic partnerships aren't just ethical, they're Canada's secret weapon for growth. Indigenous GDP income has already jumped from $37.6 billion to $63.7 billion in just 10 years.

Google: economic growth report2 min read
Vancouver Archbishop Commits to Indigenous Reconciliation
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Vancouver Archbishop Commits to Indigenous Reconciliation

Archbishop Richard Smith spent two hours with Squamish Nation elders, using Indigenous imagery of woven baskets and ceremonial paddles to describe unity through faith. The Archdiocese of Vancouver is deepening its commitment to truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
UN Forum Spotlights Indigenous Healthcare Worldwide
Global NewsApr 21

UN Forum Spotlights Indigenous Healthcare Worldwide

Over 1,000 leaders gathered at the UN to tackle healthcare gaps facing Indigenous communities globally. The forum marks 25 years of placing Indigenous voices at the center of international action.

UN News2 min read
Indigenous Partnerships Key to Canada's Economic Future
SolutionsJun 5

Indigenous Partnerships Key to Canada's Economic Future

A new Deloitte report reveals that Indigenous economic partnerships could transform Canada's economy, with Indigenous GDP already doubling in a decade. Respect and relationship-building are unlocking growth in crucial sectors from fishing to energy.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Professor's Podcast Reveals Indigenous Roots of Science
VideosApr 16

Professor's Podcast Reveals Indigenous Roots of Science

A Métis scholar's new podcast is rewriting science history by uncovering two centuries of Indigenous knowledge that shaped Western discoveries. Dr. Darrell Racine's series gives Indigenous youth proof of their ancestors' hidden contributions to the modern world.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Colombia Frontrunner Picks Indigenous Leader as VP Mate
Global NewsMar 10

Colombia Frontrunner Picks Indigenous Leader as VP Mate

In a historic move, Colombia's presidential frontrunner Ivan Cepeda has chosen indigenous rights champion Aida Quilcue as his running mate. The announcement brings hope for greater indigenous representation at the highest levels of Colombian government.

Colombia Reports2 min read
Oklahoma Afterschool Programs Boost 75% of Students' Grades
SolutionsMar 10

Oklahoma Afterschool Programs Boost 75% of Students' Grades

While Oklahoma ranks near the bottom nationally in education, afterschool programs are showing real results with 75% of participants reporting better school performance. Now parents and students are pushing lawmakers to fund these proven programs statewide.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
South Africa Elevates Indigenous Knowledge to Drive Innovation
InnovationApr 9

South Africa Elevates Indigenous Knowledge to Drive Innovation

South Africa is repositioning indigenous wisdom from the margins to the center of its national innovation system, creating new opportunities in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and sustainable development. The move protects indigenous communities while unlocking valuable knowledge for modern research.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read

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