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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.
After raising six children, Tatum Maybir earned her medical degree and inspired three of her kids to follow her into medicine. Now all four are working to close the representation gap for Indigenous doctors in Australia.
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.
When photographer Cara Romero couldn't find accurate Indigenous dolls for her daughter, she created something better. Her "First American Girl" photo series presents real Native women in stunning portraits that look like doll boxes.
A childhood legend becomes a groundbreaking ballet as Canada's oldest professional company stages its first full-length work by an Indigenous choreographer. The production marks a meaningful step in cultural reconciliation and artistic representation.
A leading environmental news outlet just created a new team dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices in journalism. The move tackles a critical gap in how the world learns about environmental challenges.
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.
Rhoda Roberts AO transformed Australian culture by ensuring First Nations voices moved from the margins to the center of the national story. From becoming the first Indigenous prime-time TV presenter to creating The Deadlys awards, she spent decades opening doors and keeping them open.
A bronze statue of Dr. Lowitja O'Donoghue now stands on Adelaide's River Torrens, celebrating the trailblazing Aboriginal leader who opened doors for generations. She's the first of six prominent Indigenous South Australians who will be honored with statues across the city.
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.
A Canadian college and its union just rewrote their labor agreement guided by Indigenous ceremonies and teachings, creating the first contract of its kind. Nearly all 21 recommended changes made it into the final deal, supporting Indigenous staff recruitment and retention.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Indigenous leaders are pushing the United Nations to recognize that protecting their health means protecting their land, water, and traditional ways of life. A groundbreaking study shows that separating health care from environmental rights has consistently failed Indigenous communities worldwide.
Canadian National Railway just finished its first year of Indigenous reconciliation action, completing 20 goals ahead of schedule. The railroad is building stronger partnerships with Indigenous communities across its network through employment, cultural training, and environmental stewardship.
Nearly 900 Indigenous protesters successfully forced Brazil to suspend plans for dredging the Tapajós River after a three-week peaceful blockade. Fourteen Indigenous nations are protecting their sacred waterway and hundreds of riverine communities from harmful industrial expansion.
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