On June 21, #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous communities across Turtle Island, including Innu and Inuit communities, acknowledging their collective, traditional, and unceded territories.
As a network engaged in substance use research, we embrace the guiding principle of Etuaptmumk - Two-Eyed Seeing as shared by Elders Albert and Murdena Marshall, integrating Indigenous knowledge with Western science to foster holistic insights and promote continuous commitment to learn, engage and share knowledge.
Today, we celebrate the profound impacts Indigenous peoples have had on our world. By embracing Indigenous ways of knowing, we continue to rebuild and strengthen the networks of wisdom that have stood the test of time. We honor and support Indigenous businesses, artists, and cultural heritage, recognizing the invaluable contributions these bring to our shared future.
Together, we work to co-create a future where all communities thrive. Let's persist with our dedication to justice, healing, and unity. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #TwoEyedSeeing #Reconciliation #DecolonizeResearch