Video “Two Spirits, One Voice” by Egale 

 May 4, 2024

Two Spirit is an English umbrella term to reflect and restore Indigenous traditions forcefully suppressed by colonization, honouring the fluid and diverse nature of gender and attraction and its connection to community and spirituality. It is used by some Indigenous People rather than, or in addition to, identifying as LGBTQI.

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The Native Youth Sexual Health Network (NYSHN) Two Spirit Resources Directory

 May 3, 2024

NYSHN is an organization by and for Indigenous youth that works across issues of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice.

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Reconciliation Education from First Nations University of Canada

These online courses and films from First Nations University of Canada provide a comprehensive, customized anti-racist education in line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action and are are adapted for online learning platforms, ready to meet your Equity, Diversity and Inclusion needs to promote a renewed relationship between Indigenous peoples and Canada through transformative multi-media learning.

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Alberta Child Intervention Practice Framework

The Child intervention practice framework helps to ensure workers are supported, trained and provided with development opportunities.

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The Touchstones of Hope Movement (First Nations Child & Family Caring Society)

Success of the The Touchstones of Hope Movement relies on giving space for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples to participate in reconciliation

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Understanding C-92: Empowering Indigenous Communities in Alberta (“Reconciliation Talks” Blog)

 April 15, 2024

The Act under Bill C-92 represents a beacon of hope for Indigenous communities in Alberta and across Canada. As non-Indigenous allies, let us commit to understanding and supporting this legislation, recognizing its potential to transform the lives of Indigenous children and families.

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ALIGN’s Indigenous Word Search Puzzles

 April 9, 2024

This activity was in conjunction with ALIGN CONNECTION Newsletter which provides resources that assist broadening cultural awareness for Indigenous children, youth and their caregivers

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Community Mental Health Action Plan (Edmonton & Area) Engagement Report

 July 9, 2023

Edmonton’s Strategy for Community Mental Health Equity Deserving Community Engagement Report Prepared by pipikwan pêhtâkwan 2023

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Report Not My Home: The Overrepresentation of Indigenous Children in Care (ESPC 2023)

 July 2, 2023

According to the 2021 Canadian federal census, 53.8% of children in foster care are Indigenous, but account for only 7.7% of the child population.

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