The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 28, no. 2, 2008, pp. 343-361
Description
Examines the history of identity as it relates to Aboriginal women and argues that Aboriginal recognition should not be awarded on the basis of inherited ethnicity.
Paper produced as part of the Community Governance Project at University of Victoria. Includes sources, analysis, and recommendations for future initiatives.
Discusses how the forced introduction of European culture and values to Aboriginal societies began a cycle of social, physical, and spiritual destruction in Native communities.
Food Policy, vol. 33, no. 2, April 2008, pp. 135-155
Description
Argues that government policies are actually speeding the move away from traditional foods and contributing to the subsequent increase in chronic disease.
Lists books and articles in the fields of history, anthropology, geography, sociology, political science, health, literature, law, education, and the arts.
Secretariat of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
Description
Assists United Nations Country Teams to engage with and incorporate Indigenous perspectives in the development processes. Includes information on international agreements and legal frameworks.
Report prepared for the Department of Justice Canada identifies needs of Aboriginal peoples, with an emphasis on short-term projects to deal with violence and victimization.
Institute "works towards greater understanding between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal through information that is fact based, non-partisan and accessable on topical issues that affect all Canadians".
Contains links to: factsheets, research papers, and news and events.
Research questions involved causes and trends leading to violence against Aboriginal women, the justice system's response, and changes needed to reduce or prevent victimization.
Guide to assist tribal governments with laws regarding the safety of Aboriginal women and children. Written so that revised tribal laws reflect tribal values. Provides examples from different tribal codes.