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Exploring Environmental Solutions Through Indigenous Perspectives

ANS 2400
Closed
University College of the North
University College of the North
The Pas, Manitoba, Canada
Kelly Hause
Coordinator, Career Resources
4
Timeline
  • October 18, 2024
    Experience start
  • December 13, 2024
    Experience end
Experience
1/3 project matches
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Manitoba, Canada
Large enterprise, Non profit, Small to medium enterprise, Social Enterprise
Energy, Environment
Categories
Data analysis Community engagement Environmental sustainability Social justice Scientific research
Skills
environmental issue analytical skills critical thinking indigenous studies report writing academic writing data presentation interviewing skills community development community-based participatory research
Learner goals and capabilities

This Northern Manitoba First Nations and Environment course covers contemporary environmental issues, the impacts of modernization, and potential solutions through the lens of Indigenous philosophies, particularly those of the Cree, Oji-Cree, Dene, and other First Nations. Student analyze and address environmental challenges while respecting the sacredness of land and integrating diverse perspectives from elders, academics, and Aboriginal politicians.

Learners
Undergraduate
Beginner, Intermediate levels
10 learners
Project
60 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 3
Expected outcomes and deliverables

Employers will receive:

  • A detailed final report summarizing the students' findings and recommendations.
  • A final presentation
Project timeline
  • October 18, 2024
    Experience start
  • December 13, 2024
    Experience end
Project Examples

This experience is ideal for projects that address environmental issues through an Indigenous perspective. Potential project ideas include:

  1. Impact Assessment of Modernization: Analyze how recent developments have affected local environments and propose sustainable alternatives from an Indigenous viewpoint.
  2. Sacred Land Preservation Strategies: Develop strategies to protect and preserve lands considered sacred by Indigenous communities.
  3. Climate Change Adaptation Plans: Create adaptation plans that incorporate traditional knowledge and modern environmental science to address climate change impacts.
  4. Indigenous Environmental Education Programs: Design educational programs to raise awareness about environmental issues and Indigenous philosophies among broader communities.
  5. Resource Management Solutions: Propose sustainable resource management practices that align with Indigenous principles and respect for the land.


Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:

How does the project incorporate Indigenous perspectives and philosophies?

Are you able to participate in regular communications and provide feedback throughout the project?