Land Acknowledgement
Path to Reconciliation
The UBC Dietetic Student Community operates as uninvited guests on the unceded, ancestral and traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Watuth) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nations.
We are mindful to the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island who have respected and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We respect and acknowledge the steadfast resistance, resilience, and strength that Indigenous communities continue to show in the face of the detrimental and ongoing effects of colonization.
Unceded land was never given to settlers; it was stolen and continues to be occupied and governed by settlers today. Learn more about why we do land acknowledgements here and why it is important here. We believe it is important to reflect on the land that you are situated on and take this reflection as an opportunity to begin to learn about the culture and land. Please click here to get a sense of what land(s) you are currently on.
The UBC Dietetic Student Community firmly believes in holding up the resistance of Indigenous peoples and their voices in our communities. We will strive to support anti-/de-colonial initiatives and move towards reconciliation and Indigenous sovereignty specifically food sovereignty.
The UBC Dietetic Student Community makes efforts towards allyship in many forms, always working to do better through an active listening, unlearning and (re)learning process.
We see ourselves doing that work by:
Holding space for Indigenous leaders, Elders and Knowledge Keepers
Building lasting relationships with Coast Salish people and communities
Acknowledging territory and educating our audience about the land/air/water, the origins of the land they are on and the importance of Indigenous food sovereignty and traditional food ways
Incorporating Indigenous voices in our programing
Making space for anti-racism education and allyship training
We acknowledge that this work is a long and ever changing journey and because of this we are open to hearing feedback, suggestions and reflections on our work towards reconciliation.