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08/28/2026

08/21/2026

It was a summer for the books!

Read all about this summer's NAIITS Symposium and more in the latest issue of Indigenews, Indigenous Pathways' email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/indigenouspathways/indigenews-summer-2026

08/17/2026

08/12/2026

Come celebrate, learn and dance with the Indigenous Pathways community at the Celebration of Culture, a partnership with The Salvation Army.

Last chance to register for the Celebration of Culture, taking place at The Salvation Army’s Pine Lake Camp in Alberta on August 28-30.

As a partnership between the Army and Indigenous Pathways, this annual event is an opportunity for all nations to gather and learn from Indigenous Peoples as we continue the journey of reconciliation.

Full weekend registration closes this Friday, August 14. Saturday or powwow only registration is open until Friday, August 21.

Learn more and register today: https://salvationist.ca/coc/

08/11/2026

iEmergence is thankful for the opportunity to work with GAP Farming Resort in support of the Indigenous Student Educational Project (ISEP) — and to celebrate a taste of Indigenous heritage!

08/09/2026

Today we celebrate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples and honour Indigenous knowledge.

Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being

As we celebrate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we honor the Indigenous knowledge holders who have cared for mothers, children, and communities across generations.

Among the Tagakolu, traditional birth attendants, or mananamok, and elders have long supported women throughout pregnancy and childbirth. As one village midwife shared:
“Sa tradisyunal nga pagpanganak, nakita nako nga maayo kay naa gyud ang suporta sa ‘matikadeng’ nga maoy mohatag ug kadasig sa manganakay.”
“In traditional birthing, the support of elders gives the expectant mother courage to welcome the birth with all her being.”

The mananamok attended to expectant mothers and prepared traditional medicines known as "talagumo" for their comfort. Elders also performed “magtagkas sa mangkalat,” a ritual seeking protection from harmful spirits and invoking Tyumanem, the Creator.

After birth, “pagpalaba sa ise” served as a welcome ceremony for the newborn. Relatives symbolically removed “suksuk,” or harmful elements, and offered “taligsabo,” a gift for the child to treasure.

These practices remind us that Tagakolu traditional birthing is not only about childbirth—it is about community, spirituality, family, and the emotional well-being of mothers.

The youth who heard these stories reflected on the importance of preserving Indigenous knowledge and recognized the vital role of families, especially husbands, in supporting women throughout the journey of giving life.

Today, we honor the Tagakolu traditional birth attendants, elders, mothers, and knowledge holders who remind us that Indigenous knowledge is living knowledge—carried, practiced, and passed on through generations.

Their stories deserve to be heard.
Their knowledge deserves to be respected.
Their contributions deserve to be remembered.

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From the iEmergence Archives | Revisited
Originally shared by iEmergence, highlighting Tagakolu traditional birthing practices and Indigenous knowledge.

08/07/2026

Together, we continue working toward a future where the culture, identity, and heritage of the Tagakaulo people remain strong for generations to come.

The Malita Tagakaulo Mission and iEmergence Philippines recently met to share updates on the Ubun na Kettal (UNK) program and discuss the next steps in strengthening cultural identity among the Tagakaulo community.

The meeting reaffirmed a shared commitment to supporting the next generation through cultural learning, youth engagement, and initiatives that encourage young people to embrace and carry forward their traditions and identity.

Together, we continue working toward a future where the culture, identity, and heritage of the Tagakaulo people remain strong for generations to come.

07/07/2026