Indigenous-led innovation and economic collaboration hub Luminary has published the results of a study of the current and future state of Indigenous engagement in business schools. Through a survey of 48 business schools, Luminary explored Indigenous engagement strategies, student supports, curriculum, and partnerships and research with Indigenous organizations. Among the study’s findings, the authors noted that only 59% of business schools had an Indigenous strategy in place; 48% had a formal response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, and only half offered at least one Indigenous course. The report also noted a strong interest among business schools in expanding their Indigenous curriculum and engagement, even where their capacity remained limited. Luminary President and CEO Kelly Lendsay called for this interest to be matched with action, including through stronger relationships with Indigenous partners.
