Introduction to Indigenous Leadership
Art and Action

This curriculum and learning opportunity will empower participants to distinguish and analyze the characteristics, values, and priorities of Indigenous leadership, while challenging unconscious biases around how leadership is experienced. The learning experience uses art to communicate one’s perception of leadership through images, fostering reflection and curiosity.

The curriculum is designed for asynchronous learning or small groups. It was designed to fit into a lunch hour and is ideal for a “Lunch and Learn” session.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand and celebrate Indigenous Leadership
  • Strengthen critical self-reflection skills
  • Gain insights into fostering Indigenous leadership
  • Deepen skills for relationship building with Indigenous leaders in healthcare and beyond

Lessons

RECOMMENDED FORMAT: Self-directed, Small Group, Classroom Course
Go to Facilitation Guides

CURRICULUM DETAILS:
Est. Lesson total length: 1 Hour
Lesson video: 18 minutes

INSTRUCTIONS: 
  • Review the worksheet before viewing the video.
  • This lesson is ideal for 1 hour Lunch & Learn setting.

Indigenous Leadership Lesson Worksheet

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Indigenous Leadership

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Listen to John Trudell’s interview
https://soundcloud.com/janet-jackson-twobears/john-trudell-2011

Listen to hereditary chief and leader Dr. Joseph Arthur Gosnell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=14&v=jaza11rPBME&feature=emb_logo

Review concepts of hereditary versus elected leaders.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKgydmNmSH0

Listen to Chief Dan George’s “Lament for Confederation”, and the impact of colonialism on community
https://vimeo.com/216569738

Indigenous values in Isaac Murdoch’s music  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQu_p-koHDo&t=7s

Explore the leadership of Kanahus Manuel, tattoo artist and land defender
https://www.kcet.org/shows/skindigenous/episodes/kanahus-manuel

Explore art of carver Bob Dempsey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnI5PZJYjLM&t=193s

Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYOAajD_1u4

Listen to the interview of Cindy Blackstock advocate for children
https://cklbradio.com/2022/01/24/watch-cindy-blackstock-on-40-billion-in-compensation-for-child-welfare-on-reserves-and-the-15-year-process-to-get-here/

Indigenous Leadership Art and Action

Contributors

Christina Hansen
Christina Hansen
ARTIST
Mary Ellen
Mary Ellen
CHRISTINA'S MOM