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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
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
Ghana Shows Commonwealth How to Prioritize Youth Progress
SolutionsApr 15

Ghana Shows Commonwealth How to Prioritize Youth Progress

Ghana's CEO of the National Youth Authority just challenged the world to stop treating young people as an afterthought. At Oxford University, he shared how Ghana's youth-first approach could transform nations.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Tasmania Plans Youth Facility Focused on Healing Over Jail
SolutionsFeb 27

Tasmania Plans Youth Facility Focused on Healing Over Jail

Tasmania is replacing its troubled youth detention center with a new facility that puts children's needs first, featuring small home-like buildings and cultural healing programs. The approach follows a major inquiry that exposed harm at the state's current youth prison.

ABC Australia2 min read
150 Indigenous Kids Co-Created Film With Taika Waititi
Acts of KindnessJan 26

150 Indigenous Kids Co-Created Film With Taika Waititi

More than 150 Indigenous students from 18 schools helped write and create an animated feature film alongside Hollywood stars and Aboriginal elders. The result is Imagine, a trippy adventure celebrating Indigenous knowledge systems that proves kids can make movies Hollywood doesn't own.

ABC Australia3 min read
Indigenous Boxers Train for Life at Canberra Camp
Community HeroesApr 26

Indigenous Boxers Train for Life at Canberra Camp

First Nations youth aged 10 to 18 gathered in Canberra for a unique boxing camp that builds confidence, cultural connection, and life skills alongside athletic training. Former Wallabies captain David Pocock joined coaches in mentoring the young fighters.

ABC Australia3 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
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
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SolutionsJun 9

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
Zimbabwe Youth Train for First African Olympic Games
SportsFeb 23

Zimbabwe Youth Train for First African Olympic Games

Zimbabwean teenage athletes are preparing for the 2024 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, the first Olympic event ever hosted on African soil. The historic Games represent a breakthrough moment for young African athletes competing close to home.

AllAfrica - Headlines3 min read
Ghana Preps for Africa's First Youth Olympics in Senegal
SolutionsApr 21

Ghana Preps for Africa's First Youth Olympics in Senegal

Ghana is gearing up to send young athletes to Africa's historic first Youth Olympic Games in Senegal this fall, with plans that go far beyond winning medals. The team aims to develop competitors who return home as changemakers and global ambassadors.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 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
Perth Youth Hub Helps 750 Homeless Kids Find Their Way
Acts of KindnessMar 23

Perth Youth Hub Helps 750 Homeless Kids Find Their Way

When 13-year-old Kaya became homeless, she found hope at Passages, a youth hub helping hundreds of young Australians rebuild their lives. The Perth center proves that basics like showers and hot meals can be the foundation for real change.

ABC Australia3 min read
UN Study Links Indigenous Health to Environmental Protection
SolutionsApr 22

UN Study Links Indigenous Health to Environmental Protection

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.

Grist3 min read
Remote Australian Teens Fish, Sing, and Connect to Culture
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Remote Australian Teens Fish, Sing, and Connect to Culture

In one of Australia's most isolated communities, Indigenous youth are learning traditional fishing and spearfishing while finding joy and purpose. The program keeps teens engaged and out of trouble by connecting them to their heritage.

ABC Australia2 min read
Youth Group Raises $940 for Cats, Nears 100 Members
Acts of KindnessMar 14

Youth Group Raises $940 for Cats, Nears 100 Members

A youth-led giving circle just celebrated two years of charitable donations by helping hundreds of feral cats get the care they need. The 100 Kids for Change Oceanside group is racing toward 100 members with help from local service clubs.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Indigenous Teen Chases Soccer Dream Despite 98% Hearing Loss
Community HeroesMay 30

Indigenous Teen Chases Soccer Dream Despite 98% Hearing Loss

Cydnee Avery taught herself to lip-read after losing most of her hearing at age five, but that hasn't stopped her from chasing her Matildas dream. She's one of 26 young Indigenous footballers selected for Australia's first-ever First Nations soccer talent showcase.

SBS Australia2 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
FIFA to Model African Youth Programs on Morocco's Success
InnovationFeb 23

FIFA to Model African Youth Programs on Morocco's Success

Morocco's youth football development program has impressed FIFA so much that the organization plans to replicate it across Africa. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation earned the recognition after two FIFA inspection visits revealed exceptional training methods and infrastructure.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read

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