Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 9, no. 3, Series 2; Twentieth-Anniversary Issue on the Flagstaff Conference on Native American Literatures, Fall , 1997, pp. 37-40
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Author reflects on the implications of the Flagstaff Conference of 1977, a pivotal moment in the study of
American Indian literature.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
Summarizes major conclusions and proposals regarding framework which would include four principal sections: statement of objectives, guidelines on major elements of a fiscal transfer regime, co-ordination mechanisms and agreements, and transition measures.
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 36, no. 3, Spring, 1997, pp. [1-15]
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Results indicated mother's association with traditional values improved school outcomes for her children, while the father's association had no appreciable effect.
Report (Northern Labour Market Information Clearinghouse) ; no. 24
Documents & Presentations
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Based on combination of literature review, conversations with experts, and a survey of education and/or development officers in communities. Found most job opportunities existed in resource exploitation and community services and delivery of effective education programs required establishing long-term relationships with communities.
Journal of Traumatic Stress, vol. 10, no. 2, 1997, pp. 163-173
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Study of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) conducted on a Northern Plains reservation found a correlation between test results and prevalence of behavioural problems and substance use, but did not seem to affect academic performance.
Justice as Healing, vol. 2, no. 1, Spring, 1997, p. [?]
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Examines the historical role of the Attorney General and the responsibilities of the Treaty Chiefs of Canada in the areas of Aboriginal justice and punishment. Suggests that Treaty Chiefs are on the same level as the Attorney General.
Note: This is a sample article from the publication. Subscriptions are available from the Native Law Centre.
Presents historical context of Treaty-making and argues that the meaning of Treaty 4 cannot be derived from the Crown's text alone; and Treaties must be flexible to last forever.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 5, September/October 1997, p. 30
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Describes culturally sensitive programs being delivered to Indigenous Australians to improve wellness and enhance familiarity with the health care system.
Prairie Forum, vol. 22, no. 2, Fall, 1997, pp. 353-354
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Book review of: The True Spirit and Intent of Treaty 7 by Treaty 7 Elders and Tribal Council with Walter Hildebrandt, Sarah Carter and Dorothy First Rider.
Chapter seventeen of Teaching Indigenous Languages edited by Jon Ryhner. Looks at the largest indigenous-language commercial radio signal and the services provided.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 1, January/February 1997, p. 27
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Brief article describing Kemarre Margaret Mary Turner's accomplishments in the Aboriginal community in Central Australia on the occasion of her receiving the Order of Australia.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 21, no. 3, 1997, pp. 211-230
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Argues that Indigenous nations bring a diversity to the dominant society that is unique and contingent upon the integrity of political boundaries within the United States. The article discusses the challenges within this framework.
Prairie Forum, vol. 22, no. 1, Spring, 1997, pp. 21-46
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Reveals the unsuitability of J. A. N. Provencher as Commissioner of Indian Affairs, the criminal allegations brought against him and the inquiry that led to his dismissal in 1878.