Less than 2% of the people in STEM occupations are Indigenous. The Conference Board of Canada is researching leading practices in STEM education for Indigenous learners in Canada. The Board:
- examines the inequalities between Indigenous people and mainstream populations in STEM fields, including Indigenous perspectives on defining and measuring success
- identifies the strategies that reflect Indigenous cultures and realities in STEM education and employment that have the potential to reach the most learners
- explores which strategies are contributing to effective outcomes for learners, particularly from the perspective of employers, Indigenous communities, and governments
- develops recommendations for STEM educators and funders on best practices to bridge mainstream and Indigenous world views—inside and outside the science classroom
https://www.conferenceboard.ca/research/how-can-more-indigenous-people-access-stem-careers