Looks at how the media has handled sexual violence incidents for Sami women in Norway and discusses their views on self-determination.
Chapter from L'Image du Sápmi 2 edited by K. Anderson.
GLQ: A Journal of Lesbian and Gay Studies, vol. 16, no. 1-2, 2010, pp. 157-181
Description
Discusses the construction of two-spirit identities, and the theme of division in three contemporary narrative films, showing how they continue to mirror the ongoing legacy of settler colonialism.
Video records one class's experience with incorporating Aboriginal art and culture into the curriculum by utilizing community mentors and Elders.
Duration: 17:00.
The Journal of Nutrition, vol. 140, no. 10, 2010, pp. 1839-1845
Description
Study investigated the prevalence of, and risk factors (gender, age, vitamin D intake, and socioeconomic status) for low vitamin D in 16 Arctic communities.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 5, no. 1, 2010, pp. 10-14
Description
Modified speech by Chief Wayne Christian talking about the history of his community, and how state policies, legislation and laws have affected a way of life for his people. The article also illustrates, through narrative, the importance of re-learning cultural practices.
Saskatchewan First Nations Family and Community Institute
Description
Includes comprehensive literature review and results from engagement process which involved seven participant groups, key informant interviews and 24 focus groups. Five themes emerged: programs and services (family centered), honouring youth (child centered), capacity building (community centered/stewardship), practice approach (guardianship), and systemic factors (all functions).
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 9, no. 1, Winter, 1985, pp. 31-47
Description
Looks at French and Anishinaabe author Gerald Vizenor's recent work, Earthdivers, which attempts to create a "new consciousness of coexistence" by using the trickster to stimulate dialogue on contemporary Native American issues.
Discusses the Aboriginal engagement program, and how Northern Gateway is committed to working with Aboriginal groups to provide them with information about the pipelines project, answer questions, and obtain community input for incorporation into the project planning.
Provides the methodology and results of the Aboriginal traditional knowledge program undertaken by Northern Gateway Pipelines Limited Partnership. The objective of the program is to gain an understanding of and document traditional activities, project effects on traditional lands, and possible mitigation strategies.
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 41, no. 4, 2017, pp. 1-21
Description
Discusses case law pertaining to Section 5 of the Act, which prohibts practices which deny the right to vote as well as those that dilute the power of voters to elect representatives of their choice.
Waanatan II, son of Yanktonai Chief Waneta, presented his pipe and bag to Major Israel McCreight, manager at Fort Totten, Dakota Territory. Includes photos.
International Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 8, no. 2, Reconciling Research: Perspectives on Research Involving Indigenous Peoples-Part 1, April 2017, pp. 1-20
Description
Discusses experience of researchers that apply community based research practices (CBPR) with First Nations people in a Canadian community.
Teacher's resource for unit which strengthens students' literacy and communication skills while they learn about local plants, the environment, and their community.
Teacher's resource for use with Grades 3, 4, and 5 primary students. Unit designed to strengthen students' literacy and communication skills while learning about local plants, the environment, and their community.
Guide for conducting research in a appropriate way though partnership using relationship building, cultural learning, communication, trust and reciprocity. Provides examples of successful partnerships.