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The Indigenous Health Equity Institute (IHEI) has developed a series of self-guided and group-guided learning modules to cultivate interest in, and foundational understanding of, decolonizing principles.

The information on this page applies to all IHEI Decolonizing Learning Hub modules.

Purpose of the Modules

These modules are interactive, relational, and reflective digital learning resources designed for learners within the IHEI Decolonizing Academy and partner institutions. They build understanding of how colonialism, settler colonialism, Indigenous erasure, epistemicide, and data injustice function as structural determinants of health—and how decolonizing principles, relational accountability, and reciprocity serve as pathways toward healing and justice and build strong Indigenous self-determination.

These learning tools were developed to support public health practitioners, researchers, educators, and community partners in understanding and addressing the lasting impacts of colonialism and settler colonialism on structures and applications of public health, and the subsequent impacts on Indigenous health and data systems. They offer structured yet relational pathways for learners to critically examine their own practices and institutions, and to move from awareness toward action and accountability.

Partner Acknowledgment

This work honors the courageous Indigenous leaders, scholars, cultural bearers, and ancestors who drew from their dreams, desires, and love for all of us—and for a beautiful existence and future—to set forth the path we follow.

This work recognizes those who came before us and is built upon their teachings, vision, and resistance.

To our friends, family, and decolonizing baddies from near and far: We thank you for reminding us that this work is fueled by the love and courage of our ancestors, the original decolonizing baddies.

Institutional Note

These modules are part of the Indigenous Health Equity Institute’s Decolonizing Academy curriculum. They are intended for community, institutional, and educational use, with Indigenous guidance and permission, and made accessible through the IHEI Decolonizing Learning Hub.

All content in all modules was created and written by IHEI, unless otherwise noted. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, or distributed without express written permission from IHEI.

Citation

A suggested citation is included in each module. Before citing any IHEI materials, please review the Community Non-Negotiables for Use and Accountability.