Indigenous knowledge and perspectives are increasingly recognized as vital to global discussions on cultural heritage, archaeology, and community engagement. GSI Week 2023, hosted by the Global Station for Indigenous Studies and Cultural Diversity (GSI) at Hokkaido University, served as a platform for scholars, students, and practitioners to explore these critical intersections. Across three key events—the Early Career Researcher Session (30 participants), the International Symposium on Migration and Memory of Place (32 participants), and the International Symposium on Indigenous People and Museums (99 participants)—over 150 individuals engaged in discussions on Indigenous representation in museums, the dynamics of migration and place memory, and the role of local communities in shaping heritage narratives. Through these sessions, GSI Week fostered meaningful exchanges between Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars, highlighting opportunities for collaborative research and knowledge exchange. This report reflects on key insights from these discussions, emphasizing the importance of bridging perspectives to build a more inclusive and interdisciplinary approach to Indigenous studies.

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The role of collaboration in Indigenous studies is increasingly recognized as essential for fostering ethical and inclusive research practices. This report presents insights from the 2024 Guest Lecture Series, organized by the Global Station for Indigenous Studies and Cultural Diversity (GSI), which explored the significance of collaboration across disciplines. The series featured distinguished scholars who examined the complexities of centering Indigenous voices in research. This report reflects on the key theme of the series, highlighting ethical considerations, methodological challenges, and the broader implications for Indigenous studies and communityengaged research.

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Menstrual health is a fundamental issue intersecting gender equity, public health, and sociocultural norms. Limited access to appropriate Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) resources disproportionately affects marginalized communities, including Indigenous populations. The Hokkaido-Melbourne Joint Research Workshop aimed to bridge research, policy, and practice to improve menstrual health globally, particularly in high-income countries (HICs) and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

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