Q'epethet ye Mestiyexw, a gathering of the people

A special month long event of sharing and celebrating Indigenous education and culture, among academics from Canada and New Zealand.

This is the editorial to a special issue of the journal, on the papers presented at a gathering of Indigenous academics from Canada and New Zealand. The theme of the gathering was developing, expanding and sharing Indigenous knowledge and education, from primary to graduate school.

The gathering was based on mutual respect, sharing and a willingness to listen and learn from each other. These values create beneficial and meaningful relationships.

Developing Indigenous curriculum and sharing Indigenous knowledge at academic conferences can create new opportunities for positive changes in the communities.

Journal articles, conference presentations, curriculum

Conference, symposium, short courses and graduate courses on Indigenous education.

"However, the importance of sitting together face to face, sharing stories, discussing issues, and engaging in collective planning and problem-solving remain invaluable." (p.1)

"If we make a commitment to the acquisition of new knowledge and respectful dialog with each other, we will understand more." (p. 2)

"It was a time of learning, changing, and healing." (p.5)

Indigenous Education