Indigenous knowledge has historically been marginalized or actively excluded from higher education. However, universities around the world are now recognizing how First Nations’ wisdom and culture can enrich education and are giving these communities a greater voice. Of course, with deep-rooted issues such as decolonization and lack of parity to be addressed, there’s still a way to go.

This episode explores the work at two universities – one in Canada and one in New Zealand. First, we talk to Angie Bruce, a Red River Métis woman who is vice-president (Indigenous) at the University of Manitoba. Prior to taking up her post, Angie had extensive experience working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people in public sector organizations. She discusses the historical and systemic barriers to Indigenous involvement in Canadian higher education and what institutions can do to break these down.

We also meet Te Kawehau Hoskins, who is pro vice-chancellor (Maori) at the University of Auckland in New Zealand. A professor in Māori and Indigenous education and philosophy, her research interests are Indigenous Māori political philosophy and practice, Indigenous-settler relations and Treaty practice. She tells us about her journey into higher education, which started at age 30, and how spaces on campus allow First Nations and non-Indigenous students and faculty to come together in a meaningful way. 

 

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