Assiniboine recognized as leader in Indigenous education
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Assiniboine Community College has been named a finalist for the Indigenous Education Award by the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics for its exemplary community-based program delivery.
ACC spokesperson Anya McNabb said the recognition highlights the college’s commitment to fostering Indigenous education and supporting community development.
“Assiniboine is the national leader in community-based education,” McNabb told the Sun in an email. “This year alone, we conducted programs in 34 communities and 25 First Nations across Manitoba.”
The array of programs, she said, encompassed a wide range of fields, including nursing, comprehensive health-care worker, safety officer, child development worker, heavy equipment operator, applied plumbing and building, early childhood education and micro-trades, among others.
The diverse portfolio, she added, reflects ACC’s dedication to offering accessible education tailored to the needs of Indigenous communities.
McNabb said the largest barrier to post-secondary education in Manitoba is geography. Assiniboine collaborates with First Nations, Indigenous organizations and the Manitoba Métis Federation to deliver programs directly to communities, eliminating the need for students to relocate for education.
This approach, she said, not only enhances access to education but also strengthens community ties and empowers Indigenous learners to pursue their academic and career goals within their cultural context.
“While recognition is appreciated, Assiniboine’s dedication to Indigenous education remains steadfast,” McNabb said.
“Improving the prosperity of Indigenous Peoples is our province’s most important public policy issue, and it will continue to be a key focus for the college. We are committed to maintaining our leadership role in community-based education and driving positive change for Indigenous communities,” she said.
The World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics is a member-based organization of colleges, polytechnics, university colleges and institutes of professional education from all continents. Its aim is to be the international voice of its members, offering them quality services, networking and collective action.
The Indigenous Education Award is one of about a dozen Awards of Excellence bestowed annually by the federation. Last year’s winner was Georgian College in Ontario.
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