Presented by the Chiefs of Ontario (COO) Research and Data Management Sector and the National Collaborating Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCCID)
Welcome to Sovereign Voices, a podcast series dedicated to exploring the important topic of First Nations Data Sovereignty. In today’s interconnected world, data has become a powerful tool shaping decisions, policies, and ultimately, the course of First Nations programming and services. However, for First Nation communities, the management and governance of data hold a unique significance beyond mere statistics and analytics. It’s about sovereignty – the right to control and manage one’s own information, stories, and future.
This podcast series delves deeper into the complexities and importance of data sovereignty and governance for First Nations communities, and how this intersects with all sectors. Through engaging discussions, expert interviews, and real-life examples, we will explore the challenges, opportunities, and best practices surrounding First Nations data ownership, control, access, and possession.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, researcher, policymaker, or First Nations community member, this podcast series offers valuable perspectives and practical strategies for advancing First Nations-led data initiatives.
Episode 1
In this first episode, we will be speaking to Carmen Jones from Chiefs of Ontario and Mariette Sutherland from the Ontario First Nations Information Governance Centre about how their work upholds the principles of data sovereignty and can lead to better health outcomes for First Nations communities.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC)
The Fundamentals of OCAPâ course
First Nations and Diabetes in Ontario
Aaaniish Naa Gegii: the Children’s Health and Well-being Measure
Episode 2
In this second episode, we will be speaking to Math’ieya Alatini from the One Yukon Coalition, joining us to share their insights about working on the Wastewater Monitoring Program, and how this program is dedicated to the collection and sharing of data to advance the health and wellness priorities of Yukon communities. Together, we will talk about One Yukon’s collaboration with communities, municipalities, and all levels of government, the science behind wastewater monitoring, and how this program aligns with the principles of First Nations data sovereignty.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
One Yukon Wastewater Monitoring Program
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