Land Acknowledgement Basics

About Course
Explore the essentials of creating meaningful land acknowledgements in this engaging online course. Learn what land acknowledgements are, why they matter, and how to craft your own with respect and authenticity. In this course you will have the opportunity to reflect upon the cultural, historical and contemporary significance of land acknowledgements, while reviewing the most helpful resources to reconnect and decolonize your understanding of belonging. Learn Indigenous place names, practice pronunciation, and gain a deeper appreciation of the lands you reside upon. This course provides a review of the important do’s and don’ts when crafting your own land acknowledgement, all with step-by-step guidance to help you create a genuine and meaningful statement for healing relationships with Indigenous peoples and territories.
Course Content
Introduction to Land Acknowledgements
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What are Land Acknowledgements?
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Why are we doing Land Acknowledgements?
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How should we be doing Land Acknowledgements?
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How do Indigenous peoples feel about Land Acknowledgements?