In this episode of FARSIGHT Chats, host Farah Bala engages with Indigenous leaders Ty Defoe, Sarah EchoHawk, and Greg Hill. Recorded on November 17, 2023, just before Indigenous Day of Mourning in the U.S., the guests reflect on their personal experiences, historical challenges, and the continuous struggle to integrate Indigenous values in contemporary settings, including corporations. This discussion urges a call to action for individuals and organizations to "do more, do better, and do different" in supporting Indigenous perspectives and fostering inclusive spaces.

| KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED |

Shared Responsibility:

Indigenous leadership emphasizes collective responsibility over individual rights, contrasting with Western models that prioritize hierarchy and profit.

Youth Engagement:

Highlighting the importance of Indigenous youth in shaping the future and preserving traditions.

Challenges in Corporate Spaces:

The speakers reflect on the challenges of integrating Indigenous leadership principles into Western institutions, emphasizing the need for cultural alignment and genuine inclusion.

Education and Representation:

They discuss reclaiming education as a tool for empowerment and increasing Indigenous representation in leadership across sectors like STEM, arts, and corporations.

Values and Practice:

Indigenous leadership is rooted in practices like reciprocity, humility, and the idea of being a good ancestor, ensuring actions benefit future generations.

| SHOW NOTES |

00:00 Introduction to FARSIGHT Chats

01:58 Introducing the Guests

04:51 Personal Stories and Inspirations

12:40 Defining Leadership

19:35 Indigenous vs. Western Leadership

31:40 Challenges and Reflections

35:07 Balancing Productivity and Mental Health

36:50 Indigenous Representation in Various Fields

37:21 Challenges and Progress in Museums

41:22 Indigenous Knowledge in STEM

43:52 Leadership and Representation in Philanthropy

45:09 Art Projects and Radical Care

49:37 Learning from Indigenous Youth

55:50 Indigenous Leadership in Corporations

01:08:39 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action

Connect with our guests:

• Ty Defoe | Interdisciplinary Artist, Co-Founder - Indigenous Direction
• Sarah EchoHawk | President - American Indigenous Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
• Greg A. Hill | Artist, Curator, Consultant

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