An overview of the social work practice and spirituality literature on recent peer-reviewed publications, since 2004, illustrating the current topics, areas, and work being conducted in this field.
Paper prepared for the Eighth Annual Conference of the Indigenous Women’s Conference “Celebrating Our Diversity” Trent University, Peterborough, ON, March 15-17, 2007.
To accompany film The Sun Dagger about discovery of a prehistoric calendar system in Chaco Canyon, New Mexico and the culture that built the site. Guide is for grades seven to twelve. Contains lesson plans, handouts and suggested readings.
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 6, no. 1, Resistance and Resiliency: Addressing Historical Trauma of Aboriginal Peoples, March 2007, pp. 97-120
Description
Looks at a community development model that focuses on traditional knowledge and cultural practice to assist Aboriginal communities to heal from historical and ongoing trauma, and for the restoration of health and well being.
Discusses prevention strategies for communities, schools, youth/families and addictions as a contributing factor, as well as culturally appropriate practices for dealing with the problem.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 9, no. 2, 1985, pp. 33-48
Description
Describes a case study approach, of a teaching experience, employing a dialogue that will lead to a greater level of respect and application of traditions.
Study guide to accompany film, Wapos Bay: They Dance at Night. Oriented toward elementary school students; contains episode description, background information, previewing and post-viewing activities and questions which pertain to the key themes.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 3, Prophets: Religious Leaders and Revitalization Movements, Summer, 1985, pp. 325-333
Description
Explores the Waptashi or Feather Religion and its leader Jake Hunt. Waptashi is a combination of the Washani faith and the Indian Shaker Church where the Eagle is the supreme being who communicates through Jake Hunt.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 3, no. 1, 2007, pp. 91-104
Description
Lists some key elements of the practice and uses the medicine wheel to examine the concept, noting that traditional teachings are anti-oppressive by their very nature.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 2, February 2007, p. 5
Description
Looks at traditional values compared to new ways and how it is possible to incorporate both in day to day living.
Article located by scrolling to page 5.
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 11, November 2007, p. 5
Description
Looks at the importance of honoring and respecting relationships with humans and animals and the good that will come of this.
Article located by scrolling to page 5.