Those of us who are not Indigenous have a responsibility to call out the continued colonization, oppression, land theft and marginalization that Indigenous Peoples experience. We must work together — both as leaders ourselves but also call upon leaders across sectors — to do more to address the offensive systems that continue to oppress Indigenous Peoples.
At the individual level, each of us must commit to owning our roles in continuing to perpetuate the marginalization and racism that Indigenous Peoples experience. As it relates to DEI in the workplace, we must do more to prioritize inclusion for our Indigenous team members and colleagues, starting with addressing the dramatic systemic problems that prevent Indigenous professionals from accessing opportunities and from thriving.
5 Actions Leaders and Team Members can Take to Advance Indigenous Inclusion in the Workplace