Topic #10: Around the Globe
EXAMPLES OF INDIGENOUS MOVEMENTS AROUND THE GLOBE
The colonization of Indigenous people is a global issue, not just a Canadian one. There is an awakening of Indigenous people and their fight for justice all around the world, coupled with the environmental movement fueled by climate change. These two movements are joining forces and creating new dynamics around the globe.
A pattern emerges: when Indigenous rights are honored and Indigenous people are empowered – the earth is being protected by Indigenous people and their supporters and allies.
For your presentation, consider the following:
In your group explore examples around the globe of Indigenous issues and reconciliation.
You can focus on one country or a region of the globe to explore Indigenous people there.
OR
You can choose one to two themes that you want to explore in different parts of the globe. You can choose your own themes or topics of exploration or be inspired by some of these ideas:
Protecting the environment
Truth and reconciliation movements
Gaining a political presence in their country
the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Apartheid and segregation
Regaining language and culture
Below are only a few examples to get you started on your research. You can include them or find different examples and sources.