The Decolonizing Light project explores ways and approaches to decolonize science, such as revitalizing and restoring Indigenous knowledges, and capacity building. The project aims to developing a culture of critical reflection and investigation of the relation of science and colonialism.
An Evening of Indigenous Star Stories with Cree Astronomer Wilfred Buck – 10/26/2022
Video by Robin Edgar
Decolonizing Light is funded by New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRFE-2018-00725).
Decolonizing Light is composed of an interdisciplinary team of scholars
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Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.