107 Calls to Economic Prosperity
By using a cyclical scoping review methodology, NIEPI is measuring, monitoring, and reporting the 107 Calls to Economic Prosperity.
National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute
Connecting Research, Communities, and the Future of Indigenous Economies
The National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute (NIEPI) is an Indigenous-led research institute based at the First Nations University of Canada. We exist to help bridge the gap between national economic policy and the lived realities of Indigenous communities and people.
Our work focuses on measuring and advancing the 107 Calls to Economic Prosperity within the National Indigenous Economic Strategy. Through research, partnerships, and knowledge sharing, NIEPI works to ensure that the ideas behind economic reconciliation translate into meaningful outcomes for Indigenous communities and people.
Projects
NIEPI leads and supports research initiatives that advance the goals of the National Indigenous Economic Strategy. Our projects explore ongoing and emerging areas of Indigenous economic development, governance, and policy; while creating opportunities for students and communities to participate directly in research.
From examining new economic concepts such as Air Sovereignty to building digital platforms that make research accessible to communities and youth, NIEPI’s work focuses on turning ideas into practical tools that support Indigenous prosperity.
Air Sovereignty
The Air Sovereignty project explores the idea that the airspace above Indigenous lands may carry responsibilities and jurisdictional considerations similar to those connected to the land itself.
Database
Ask Mishomis is a digital repository that will be built as a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) AI platform. Creating a AI-driven interface will allow the community and Indigenous youth to explore secure, accessible, indigenous governed research supporting Indigenous data sovereignty.
Youth Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship plays an important role in strengthening Indigenous economies, and young people are often at the forefront of innovation and new ideas.