Improve inclusiveness, diversity, equity and accessibility of cultural activity
Strategic Priority 2
Deepening understanding of Truth and Reconciliation
Guiding change through relationships and shared learning
T he release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Call to Action in 2015 marked a defining moment for SaskCulture’s commitment to listen deeply, confront difficult truths, and take meaningful steps toward change. Through ongoing staff training, community engagement, and support for Indigenous-led initiatives, SaskCulture has been on a learning journey rooted in building respectful relationships and turning its commitment into action. Damon Badger Heit, supervisor, partnership and inclusion, SaskCulture, notes that SaskCulture had already begun some work towards supporting both Indigenous-led cultural initiatives and cross-cultural awareness activities prior to the release of the TRC report, but the framework offered by the Calls to Action report made it clear — there was still so much more to be done. “The first thing we learnt as an organization is that it is everyone who has responsibilities to take meaningful steps forward, both as individuals on a personal journey of Reconciliation, as well
Current and former SaskCulture staff attend the Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference, taking part in shared learning and reflection as part of ongoing Truth and Reconciliation efforts.
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