Land Acknowledgements
Writing and including land acknowledgments in your resource recognizes and respects the Indigenous peoples whose ancestral lands we inhabit. These acknowledgments foster awareness about the historical and ongoing injustices Indigenous communities face.
When crafting a land acknowledgment, it’s crucial to acknowledge the specific Indigenous nations, languages, and cultures associated with the land. By incorporating land acknowledgments into our writing, we contribute to a broader reconciliation dialogue and demonstrate our commitment to honouring Indigenous sovereignty and resilience. Land acknowledgments are individual and reflective. See the following resources for support in crafting your own.
Video: “How To Create An Effective and Personal Land Acknowledgement” by Zhaawnong Webb [7:53] is licensed under the Standard YouTube License.Transcript and closed captions available on YouTube.<
Resources
- A Guide to Indigenous Land Acknowledgement (Native Governance Center)
- More Than Words: A Guide to Land Acknowledgements at Western University
- Native Land is an app that helps map Indigenous territories, treaties, and languages.
OER Collection Land Acknowledgement Examples
