Indigenous Learning Fund open for proposals and possibilities – Western News

June 25, 2020

Creative ideas to grow Indigenous teaching and learning across campus will get a boost from a new Indigenous Learning Fund, university officials announced. The funding offers an opportunity for various groups to make their mark in building an inclusive, culturally safe campus.

“This investment is part of the university’s overall commitment to raise Indigenous voices and strengthen connections with our Indigenous community partners,” said Candace Brunette-Debassige, Acting Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President (Indigenous Initiatives).

Established by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, the fund is open to proposals for one-time, single-year grants of up to $7,500 to support projects that advance Western’s Indigenous strategic priorities.

The grants will be distributed on a competitive basis to faculties, departments, schools, libraries and/or administrative units (including formal student groups or clubs) in January 2021, with initiatives to be completed by Jan. 30, 2022.

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