EleV Indigenous

We are honoured to announce the Mastercard Foundation EleV Program’s historic partnership with Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami to support the development of Inuit Nunangat University, the first Inuit niversity in the country. The university will provide culturally grounded, world-class education in the Inuit homeland. "A university in our homeland will remove barriers that prevent many Inuit from accessing post‐secondary education and equip them with degrees to support the needs of our communities.” — Natan Obed, President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gq_M-42m

Embracing Indigenous-led solutions will create meaningful change. EleV supports programs and initiatives that empower Indigenous young people in their education and journey to meaningful work. Mastercard Foundation

Today and every day we recognize the vital importance of working to build a future free of violence and all forms of discrimination against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Creating safe, culturally supportive spaces and developing pathways to education and employment that honour Indigenous languages, cultures and worldviews is crucial in affirming the right to self-determination and safety. #NoExcuse Mastercard Foundation

We’re proud to partner with The Royal Society of Canada | La Société royale du Canada on this critical work to ensure Indigenous people and Indigenous knowledge are fully engaged in science and all scientific endeavours. This work is building pathways for richer, more inclusive science that benefits everyone. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqhTmivt Mastercard Foundation

We are pleased to partner with the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation to support young Indigenous entrepreneurs. This partnership, through our EleV Indigenous Program, aims to create a dynamic ecosystem for Indigenous entrepreneurs by providing skills training, micro-grants, ongoing mentorship, and other essential support to help Indigenous youth reach their goals and aspirations.   Learn more at the link below.

"Traditionally we saw children as being wise and capable. We offered them a lot of autonomy because we believed in their abilities to learn from their own decisions that they make." On #NationalChildDay Rebecca LaRiviere, Métis from Treaty 1 & an Early Childhood Educator, highlights the importance of recognizing Indigenous approaches to education and children’s rights. Mastercard Foundation

We are excited to announce a transformative partnership between the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation (IPF) and the Mastercard Foundation to accelerate Indigenous entrepreneurship. This landmark collaboration will support more than 2,000 young Indigenous business owners and advance efforts to resource and empower Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities across Canada. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/g7S3Xe9r

We are thrilled to announce a landmark partnership for the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation! 🤝 The Mastercard Foundation is partnering with us on a five-year commitment to support over 2,000 young Indigenous entrepreneurs! This transformative $17.6 million partnership supports Indigenous entrepreneurs in driving positive change in their communities through skills training, mentorship, resources, and digital access. This collaboration is a major leap forward in our mission to build a thriving and inclusive Indigenous economy grounded in Indigenous values. We are deeply grateful for the Mastercard Foundation's visionary leadership and generous support. ✨ Learn more about this transformative partnership: https://lnkd.in/gmRbbgRx 🎥 Watch the announcement from the Indigenous Prosperity Forum: https://lnkd.in/g89iimQC #IndigenousProsperity #MastercardFoundation #EconomicEmpowerment #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #CollaborationForGood EleV Indigenous Michelle Okere, CFRE Bobbie Racette Jennifer M Sloan Abdullah Snobar Keith Matthew Sharon Redsky NACCA Shannin Metatawabin ICD.D Gina Wilson ADAAWE HUB Relay Tangie, CPA, FCCA Magnolia Perron Zachary Pashe Chad Smoke Pow Wow Pitch

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Today, we honour the legacy of Louis Riel, whose dedication to equality and social justice paved the way for future generations. Through his courage and sacrifices, Riel laid the foundation for maintaining and advancing Métis culture, language, and rights today. Take a moment today to learn more about Louis Riel and reflect on how you can support and uplift the important work Métis youth and communities are doing across the country. Mastercard Foundation