REDTalk: The Meaning of a Land Acknowledgement
REDTalks • 31m
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion titled 'The Meaning of a Land Acknowledgement' featuring the insightful voices of Indigenous leaders Beverley Jacobs, Cliff Cardinal, and Sandra Laronde.
Explore the significance of recognizing traditional territories and our relationship with land in this engaging session. Delve into the depths of what a land acknowledgement truly means -- Is it a starting point? Can it transcend paternalism? How does it catalyze meaning action?
Streaming live on RedSkyTV from November 15, 2023, this 31-minute conversation is free to watch. Don't miss the exclusive chance to witness a vibrant dialogue on moving beyond mere acknowledgement towards actionable steps.
Meet the Speakers:
Dr. Beverley Jacobs is from the Mohawk Nation of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, Senior Advisor on Indigenous Relations and Outreach at the University of Windsor.
Cliff Cardinal, an award-winning playwright and actor who is Cree/Lakota and named a Canadian Cultural Icon in 2022 by the Globe and Mail.
Sandra Laronde, an award-winning arts innovator and multidisciplinary artist from the Teme-Augama Anishinaabe, and founder and artistic director of Red Sky Performance.
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