Transforming Education through Indigenous Knowledges and Relationships

In recognition of National Indigenous History Month, Education Research Matters highlights Faculty of Education scholars who are advancing transformative approaches to teaching, learning, and research through deep engagement with Indigenous knowledges, communities, and pedagogies. Their work confronts the enduring legacies of colonialism across educational systems in Canada and advocates for models that centre cultural integrity, ethical relationality, and respect for Indigenous worldviews. Together, these scholars respond to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action and invite all educators and researchers into ongoing, meaningful acts of reconciliation, rooted in listening, witnessing, and co-creating knowledge across generations, communities, and lands.

Exploring an interactive map to showcase and honor FoE faculty members’ SSHRC-funded projects since 2016. The map offers a panoramic view of FoE research undertakings across British Columbia, Canada, the United States, and internationally. By visualizing these projects, the map highlights not only the geographic breadth of research activity but also the depth of cross-border and cross-cultural collaborations. This method allows us to trace past and present relational networks, illuminate emerging connections, and surface future research possibilities. It fosters a culture of inclusion and demonstrates the power of knowledge co-creation within and beyond national contexts.