Location
Gran Canaria
Participation
Not sure
Type of Submission
Paper Presentation
Short Abstract
Indigenous youth are reclaiming their language, customs and land. They are at the forefront of Canada’s fastest-growing population, yet continue to face barriers in health, education and justice systems. Indigenous tourism often exploits Indigenous communities. However, self-driven Indigenous tourism is an opportunity for Indigenous communities to strengthen their culture and economy. Many Indigenous youth aspire to start businesses. Their products are often sold not just nationally, but also to international customers. Hence, a program that provides financial literacy courses and personalized business advice can support young Indigenous entrepreneurs. Based on the experience of a young Indigenous entrepreneur who sells beadwork through social media, this case explores best business practices and strategies for success through accounting concepts. In this case, two post-secondary student consultants are tasked with supporting a young Indigenous entrepreneur by developing a business model, in an effort to contribute to Alberta’s Indigenous tourism. With the development of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People, Indigenous rights have become a prominent global issue and this case is relevant in the context of Indigenous socio-economic development.
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Young Indigenous Entrepreneurs- Supporting Changemakers Through Entrepreneurship and Advocacy of Indigenous Issues
Gran Canaria
Indigenous youth are reclaiming their language, customs and land. They are at the forefront of Canada’s fastest-growing population, yet continue to face barriers in health, education and justice systems. Indigenous tourism often exploits Indigenous communities. However, self-driven Indigenous tourism is an opportunity for Indigenous communities to strengthen their culture and economy. Many Indigenous youth aspire to start businesses. Their products are often sold not just nationally, but also to international customers. Hence, a program that provides financial literacy courses and personalized business advice can support young Indigenous entrepreneurs. Based on the experience of a young Indigenous entrepreneur who sells beadwork through social media, this case explores best business practices and strategies for success through accounting concepts. In this case, two post-secondary student consultants are tasked with supporting a young Indigenous entrepreneur by developing a business model, in an effort to contribute to Alberta’s Indigenous tourism. With the development of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People, Indigenous rights have become a prominent global issue and this case is relevant in the context of Indigenous socio-economic development.
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/itsa/ITSA2022/ITSA2022/80