Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Carol Geddes
Description
Short documentary profiles five successful Aboriginal women.
Duration: 28:42.
Plot of novel involves a young Shuswap woman who leaves her reserve for the city and is ultimately raped and murdered. Includes overview of play, biography of playwright and director, and focus questions.
Workshop designed to educate and mobilize individuals to take a public stand and public action against violence against women Accompanying material: Workshop Participant Handbook.
Research included literature review, survey of Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) providers, and key informant interviews with providers, clients of Community Living British Columbia (CLBC), and/or their families.