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Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the Coast Salish Tribes, Bands and First Nations people including the Snohomish, Duwamish, Tulalip, Suquamish, Snoqualmie and many others and their successors, as the original inhabitants of the land where Edmonds College sits and where the diverse communities we serve live, study, and work. Since time immemorial, the Coast Salish peoples have hunted, fished, gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land and water. We will strive to be honest about our past mistakes and bring about a future of inclusive indigenous partnerships that includes their families, stories, and voices to form a more just and equitable society.

This acknowledgment only becomes meaningful when combined with accountable relationships and informed actions that support student success and community engagement. This is a first step in acknowledging our history, honoring this land, and sustaining our ongoing relations with Indigenous peoples.