Protect & Safeguard Data Sovereignty
Moving from policy to practice requires concrete implementation steps. This section covers how tribal nations are building internal AI capacity, deploying systems under tribal control, and operationalizing data governance frameworks. From language revitalization tools to healthcare applications to workforce development, you'll find examples of nations exercising sovereignty through action, not just advocacy.
Weaving Indigeneity and Culture into the Fabric of HCI Futures
CHI Conference paper argues Indigenous and cultural philosophies must take center stage in technology development, not peripheral consideration. Authors examine how interconnectedness and relationality require HCI design to engage deeply with cultural contexts rather than applying superficial adaptations. Paper addresses structural inequalities in technology development, emphasizing community empowerment and culturally sensitive design practices that honor community narratives rather than imposing external solutions.