
Indigenous to Indigenous
Shaping Communities
i2i Community is a strategic development partner focused on shaping and implementing social and economic development programs in true partnership with communities - programs that honor sovereignty and build lasting prosperity.​
The Challenges we are Addressing
Indigenous communities are too often faced with development models that are imposed from the outside, fragmented, and disconnected from culture and long-term goals. Key challenges include:
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Externally driven development
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Short-term, fragmented initiatives
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Neglect of social foundations
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Limited access to strategic support
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Power imbalances in development
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Underinvestment in local leadership
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Lack of pathways for youth and future leaders
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Barriers to financing and enterprise growth
A Pathway to Community-Led Empowerment
Our four-stage approach supports Indigenous communities to lead their own development—aligned with culture, grounded in sovereignty, and focused on long-term impact.
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1. Groundwork & Alignment
Establish community vision, values, and governance foundations.
2. Co-Design & Planning
Create tailored social and economic development plans.
3. Implementation & Capacity Building
Deliver hands-on support to build skills, leadership, and momentum.
4. Sustainability & Legacy
Strengthen long-term impact through leadership, resources, and continuity.
