Course description

This online training program provides a comprehensive overview of Indigenous engagement, including cultural awareness, respect, and sensitivity. Learners will gain an understanding of the history and culture of Indigenous peoples, as well as the issues and challenges they face. Through a series of engaging and interactive lessons, learners will develop the knowledge and skills needed to engage with Indigenous communities in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner, including communication strategies, relationship building, and consultation processes.

What will i learn?

  • Understand the history and culture of Indigenous peoples
  • Identify the key issues and challenges faced by Indigenous communities
  • Develop cultural awareness, respect, and sensitivity
  • Apply communication strategies and consultation processes that recognize Indigenous perspectives and rights
  • Build positive relationships with Indigenous communities and individuals

Requirements

  • Access to a computer or mobile device with internet connectivity
  • Basic understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and issues
  • Willingness to learn about Indigenous engagement and cultural sensitivity.

Frequently asked question

Indigenous engagement is the process of working with Indigenous communities and individuals to build relationships, foster communication, and create positive outcomes for all parties involved. It involves understanding and respecting Indigenous cultures, traditions, and values, and engaging in consultation and collaboration processes that recognize Indigenous perspectives and rights.

Indigenous engagement is important for a number of reasons, including building trust, promoting cultural understanding and sensitivity, creating positive outcomes for all parties involved, and fulfilling legal obligations related to Indigenous rights and consultation.

Common challenges in Indigenous engagement include cultural differences, lack of trust, communication barriers, and power imbalances. Other challenges include a lack of resources and capacity, competing interests and priorities, and historical injustices and inequalities

Chris Levange

Free

Lectures

21

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

Lifetime

Certificate

Yes

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