InDIGITAL
About InDIGITAL
IFA’s InDIGITAL program offers free, 5-week online courses: Connecting Through Technology and Connecting Through Art. We explore traditions, cultural heritage, empowerment, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship. InDIGITAL provides networking opportunities with industry professionals as well as ongoing learning about business models. Our focus is on digital technology, community, and self-expression. You can learn more about each course below!
We offer a grocery gift card, a sacred medicine kit, and an art kit (only for art cohorts).
Connecting Through Technology
5-week structured program designed for beginner learners
Focuses on building fundamental programming techniques and coding confidence
Helps participants progress from little or no experience to feeling comfortable with coding
Includes digital safety education to promote responsible and secure technology use
Covers essential computer basics, from using a computer to navigating tools like Google Workspace and Zoom
Features lessons and talks from Indigenous external speakers
Provides opportunities for participants to connect and engage with Indigenous professionals and mentors
Encourages culturally relevant learning and community-centered perspectives
Concludes with a final project that showcases the skills learned
Final projects are designed to address or reflect the needs of participants’ communities
Supports skill-building, digital literacy, and confidence in using technology
Connecting Through Art
5-week structured program designed for beginner learners
Focuses on building fundamental digital art techniques and creative skills
Helps participants progress from little or no experience to feeling comfortable with digital drawing
Includes digital safety education to encourage safe and responsible online practices
Covers essential computer basics, from using a computer to navigating tools like Google Workspace and Zoom
Features lessons and talks from Indigenous external speakers
Provides opportunities for participants to connect and engage with Indigenous artists and professionals
Encourages creativity, self-expression, and culturally relevant artistic exploration
Supports the development of confidence in using digital art tools and technology
Concludes with a final project that showcases the skills participants have learned
Final project gives participants an opportunity to highlight their creativity and showcase their talents
Our Model
Starting each day with Indigenous music
Accessible & visual language
Indigenized examples & analogies
An emphasis on storytelling
Empathetic & accessible BIPOC trainers
Laughter as medicine
Reciprocal relationships between participants & trainers
Listening & enabling participants’ creativity
Holding space for participants & affirming their knowledge
Providing grocery gift cards, medicine kits to graduates
Join Us Today!
For Indigenous people: Whether you're starting a new career in tech or seeking personal growth and healing, our programs are tailored for you.
Free and Supportive: We offer a nurturing environment that respects and celebrates Indigenous culture.
Start your journey with us and make a difference in your community.
Location and Program Dates:
Location: Online on Zoom
Connecting Through Technology
Program Dates: Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, May 13, 2026
Program Dates: Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Sep 9, 2026Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 4, 2026
Connecting Through Art
Program Dates: Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jul 6, 2026
Program Dates: Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 4, 2026
Program Dates: Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Mar 10, 2027