II034 – Educating without Colonialism (Kyle Huntley)

Kyle talks about sexual orientation and gender identity of his students
Importance of holding space
His relationship as a settler descended person to the indigenous peoples on whose land he works and lives
His use of cultural centers to enrich his education
The recent uncoupling of specific content to teaching objectives
- Can now use queer or indigenous content to teach the same objectives
Kyle shares the version he was taught of How The Raven Stole the Sun
If you’re looking for resources and live in Vancouver rather than the valley, you can check out the Musqueam Cultural Center or look at their Teaching Kit for more stories
There’s also Talaysay Tours’ Speaking Treasures Tour in Stanley Park or Talking Trees Tour