Norm Leech
What did Norm want to show us in his guided meditation?
The Water
What shape does this course describe re-indigenizing as and why?
A CIRCLE.
Re-Indigenizing is an ongoing practice and learning process.
You are never at the end of your journey with Decolonization. When you Re-Indigenize, you are taking pride in your Indigeneity and actively strengthening your connection with your culture. You are consciously choosing not to assimilate. You are moving away from white supremacy, as well as the belief systems and practices that perpetuate colonialism. Re-Indigenizing also responds to the place where you live. It is important to listen and learn from the people who have lived on the land for 10 000 years. Their culture and practices came from the environment. Their teachings can help you live on the land in a good way. ”
Who hates ice-cold water?
Drew
What is the date that the (for credit) final paper is due
March 8
What is the Indigenous perspective on our place in the world? The opposite of the colonization mindset.
Be a part of the world.
What shape does this course describe colonialism as and why?
A SQUARE.
Colonialism forces everyone to fit into a rigid box.
Colonialism centres white supremacy and uses a variety of labels and stereotypes to enforce assimilation. Due to colonialism in Canada, white supremacy has been centred in the creation of Canadian institutions, policies, and laws. Additionally, systems were put in place to eliminate Indigenous culture and communities, as well as to absorb immigrants into a dominant, European culture.In order to break free from Colonialism, we must look outside of the box and explore different shapes and ways of being.”
What’s Nadine’s chosen last drink?
Smoothie
What is Norm Leech Executive Director of?
Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House
What is the main source of Indigenous teachings, language and culture that Norm shared with us?
The Land
What shape does the course describe decolonization to be?
A WAVE.
It is not a linear process – it is a journey of un-learning and re-learning.
Like a wave, it is natural to have many ups and downs while on this journey. You may be excited when you first learn about your Indigeneity. However, you may feel a sense of loss or sadness when you learn about the impact that colonization may have had on your family, or the trauma endured by your ancestors. The process of healing may be very difficult and intense – like a stormy ocean. However, once you break through the trauma and are on the other side, the waves inside of you will start to calm.”
Who’s last drink would be a pina colada?
Kevin
Two Spirit Dry Lab is the first research group that exclusively focuses on Two Spirit Peoples in what geographic area?
Turtle Island