KL Helps With Online Learning
Kw’umut Lelum, in collaboration with Nanaimo Ladysmith Schools Foundation (NLSF) and the Mastercard Foundation has partnered with the Cowichan Valley School District to support Indigenous learners and their families in Cowichan Valley. The “Staying Connected to Education” initiative provides access to support their online education, and also keeps them better connected to the services and social supports they need.
While this program will help to address some of the inequities experienced by Indigenous students and their families, it is clear that more effort is required to support cultural, social, educational and recreational access for Indigenous children and families in BC. Kw’umut Lelum is exploring philanthropic opportunities through establishment of a KL Foundation that will serve to increase the accessibility and equity of programs and services for Indigenous people.