Indigenous Resistance, Resurgence and Revitalization for Helpers

1.5 credits · Graduate

Introduces contemporary examples of Indigenous resistance, resurgence and revitalization from local, national and international contexts. Critically examines the implications for social work practice with an emphasis on Indigenous and de--colonial thought and collectivist and community-centred approaches to addressing historical and ongoing colonial policies and practices. Students explore their self-location, ideas, values and beliefs in relation to practice with Indigenous peoples and practice informed by Indigenous knowledges.