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OUR WO R K
THEMES
S E LF - DETERMINED ECONOMIC DEVEL OPME NT
Self-Determined
Economic Development
Self-determined economic development by Indigenous-owned
businesses represents a critical step toward 昀椀nancial autonomy and sovereignty, allowing communities to decide their
direction independently of external funding and control. It is
a stepping stone toward the ability to sustain oneself holistically. Native enterprises are crucial in ecosystem guardianship, long-term economic resilience, comprehensive
well-being, and community health. By taking charge of
their economic strategies, Indigenous communities can ensure that development aligns with their cultural values and
practices. Supporting communal self-determined 昀椀nancial ecosystems ensures sustainable development, which
bene昀椀ts both people and the planet and paves the way for a
more resilient and regenerative future.
