Barbara Kaneratonni Diabo reflects on the transmission of cultural knowledge through her training work:

I have taught many different populations—Indigenous and non-Indigenous—from babies to Elders, in many different places. I love the sharing of energy and knowledge. I learn so much from teaching! I love seeing that I can add some inspiration to others’ journeys. I love how they also inspire me. We all have so much to share, to bring us together. Sharing knowledge can be healing.

“An Elder once said: ‘Don’t let your knowledge die with you.’”

Some examples of what I share in workshops: hoop dancing, powwow dancing for adults and children, the history of Indigenous dance and contemporary practices, exploring our cultural perspectives through dance, building bridges through dance, witnessing our dances through an Aboriginal lens, building relations with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people and communities, and how to welcome Indigenous artists.