Looking ahead

Nothing about us without us.

Two new learning pathways from IAP2 Canada: Indigenous Engagement and Accessibility Engagement certifications.

Nothing About Us Without Us: Indigenous Engagement Certification

Introduced at the conference by Judy Carlick Pearson, this three-course certification is designed for engagement professionals in Canada who have an interest in or are planning to engage with Indigenous communities. Together, the courses build the understanding and skills needed for respectful, culturally appropriate engagement that does not harm, injure or repeat colonial practices.

Course 1: First steps to understanding Indigenous Engagement (7 hours)

The historical, cultural and contemporary context of Indigenous engagement in Canada, and foundational principles for respectful, non-harmful engagement.

Course 2: Planning for working with the Indigenous community (7 hours)

Developing an Indigenous-informed engagement plan that respects cultural protocols and lived experiences, and considers the impacts of colonialism and historical trauma.

Course 3: Working effectively with the Indigenous community (7 hours)

Applying Indigenous-informed principles and planning frameworks in real-world settings to build respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, rights holders, leaders and community members.

Save when you register. Take all three courses as a bundle and save 10% compared to registering individually. Conference attendees receive a 20% discount when they register before November 30, and early bird pricing is available for each course. Courses 2 and 3 run on the same dates for both bundles.

Full bundle starting February 2027 • Full bundle starting April 2027

Nothing About Us Without Us: Accessibility Engagement Certification

Designed for engagement professionals in Canada who have an interest in or are planning to engage with accessibility communities in the workplace, this three-course certification builds the understanding and skills to engage respectfully, appropriately and inclusively while avoiding harmful practices, discrimination and ableism. Dates to be announced.

Course 1: First steps to understanding Accessibility Engagement (7 hours)

A foundation for respectful, inclusive engagement with accessibility communities in Canada, exploring the spectrum of disabilities, workplace accommodations, current language, ableism, and historical and current injustice.

Course 2: Planning for working with the Accessibility community (7 hours)

Practical tools and skills to plan and implement inclusive engagement, including a framework for accessibility inclusion and implementing accommodations.

Course 3: Working effectively with the Accessibility community (7 hours)

Applying previous learning in real-world accessibility engagement, from implementing a framework to seeking partners and leaders in accessibility communities.

Stay tuned for dates and registration details.

Coming up in November

Indigenous Awareness Training: November course

The conference inspired you. Keep the momentum going. Our November course offering is your next step, and if you register before October 30, you save 10% with code 11N36WDI at checkout.