Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are designed to support marginalized scholars; however, progress has been sluggish. Indigenous peoples must transition from being research subjects to research leaders. Extractive research practices need to be abandoned, ensuring Indigenous communities control their participation and data usage. Universities should promote Indigenous self-determination and data sovereignty. The scientific legacy of colonization reflects racism and has historically marginalized Indigenous populations. Acknowledging this legacy is crucial to advance initiatives that genuinely benefit Indigenous scholars and communities.
Universities and scientific institutions must uphold key principles of Indigenous self-determination and ensure data sovereignty in education and research, allowing Indigenous communities to lead research.
Institutional power and expertise must actively serve Indigenous causes, changing the narrative where Indigenous people have been reduced to objects of research instead of leaders.
Dominant science has its roots in colonization, racism, and white supremacy, participating in the assimilation and marginalization of Indigenous peoples and exploiting them for monetary gain.
Captain James Cook's 1768 voyage to the South Pacific exemplified the dual role of scientific expeditions in both research and colonization, impacting the Indigenous populations.
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