Indigenous Community Planning and Development

Catalog description

Focuses on the principles and practices of Indigenous community planning and development, exploring how Indigenous peoples design and implement sustainable, culturally grounded approaches to building and managing their communities. Examines the unique social, political and environmental factors influencing Indigenous planning processes and how traditional knowledge and values are integrated into modern development strategies. Students learn about the role of self-determination and sovereignty in shaping community development, the challenges posed by colonial legacies and the opportunities for creating thriving, resilient Indigenous communities. Topics include land use planning, housing, economic development, infrastructure and environmental stewardship, with a focus on case studies of successful Indigenous-led planning initiatives.