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Indigenous Amazonians, 2002.
An essay on the Andean people, indigineous to the Amazon.
2,632 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 127.95
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This paper offers a discussion on the Andean indigenous peoples' interest and rights regarding the politics of the Amazon. The paper begins with a general description of the Amazon and surrounding environment. The paper then looks at the effect of European immigration into the area and outlines the problems that the indigenous people face politically, socially and culturally.
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"Basically, the difference in cultures led to many misconceptions. The natives did not wear clothing, an act that the Europeans interpreted as an obvious lack of culture. Therefore, the Europeans viewed the natives as closer to the natural world, and they became as a part of the landscape, "... somewhere between birds and trees" (Foller, 1997). Christopher Columbus observed that the native were pagans, without law and religion. Columbus could not see past his own views of culture, which included money, clothes and material things, to understand the unique culture of the natives."
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Indigenous Hunting Rights, 2003.
An explanation of the indigenous hunting practices evident in the Arctic and North Queensland, Australia.
2,035 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 103.95
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The paper compares and contrasts the situation of indigenous hunting practices in the Arctic and North Queensland and discusses whether indigenous peoples should be allowed to hunt species Western scientists deem to be threatened with extinction. The aim of the paper is to show what indigenous people can teach us and how indigenous knowledge can, indeed should, be considered a valuable resource to both the local non-indigenous and scientific community.
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"The question of the value and legitimacy of ?scientific?, or quantitative knowledge, over indigenous, local, or qualitative, knowledge lies at the heart of the debate over many conservation issues. Whether indigenous people should be allowed to hunt species deemed ?threatened? or ?endangered? is a matter of concern both locally and internationally, with both scientists and indigenous people claiming certain rights and obligations. Scientists and conservationists in the broader community claim it is within their rights to ban certain hunting practices, these rights becoming an obligation when a species is threatened with extinction, while indigenous peoples claim it is within their rights to continue their hunting traditions, and an obligation to pass such traditions on to their children."
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The Indigenous People.
This paper discusses the relationship of indigenous people to non-natives especially the value of shamanism.
1,860 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 95.95
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This paper explains that, historically, integration of non-native and indigenous peoples, such as the exploits of Christopher Columbus, the people of the South American Rainforest, the native American and the Canadian indigenous population, has been sad. The author points out that insights into the economic and political ways of modern day indigenous people show that they can expect upheaval and turmoil when the western ways are forced on them. The paper relates that there is value in preserving native beliefs such as the shaman, which is the indigenous equivalent to medicine men and women, because, today, there is clear evidence that the basic principles of shamanism are a universal phenomenon with similar methods and beliefs, which can contribute to modern psychology and medicine.
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"At no other time in our history have there been as many technological advances available to bring the indigenous world into the modern world so seamlessly. For example, through technological advances like the internet, an indigenous aboriginal Australian can email an Eskimo friend in Northern Alaska to discuss their common friend who resides in the rainforest of South America and later in the same day, each of these indigenous people can see their respective shaman for an exorcism. But cultivating the ancient natives is a costly process. Present day Mexico for example is struggling to find itself and once great nations of Aztecs, Mayans and Toltecs has been immersed into a state of continuous economic and political upheaval. These transformations have indigenous people around the world exposed to the whims of the industrialized nations and ideologies like capitalism, socialism and communism."
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Indigenous Australian Women and Land Rights, 2007.
This paper explores how Indigenous women of Australia are prevented from claiming their right to land.
2,147 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 108.95
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This paper examines how successful Indigenous women of Australia have been in using the available law and legislation to claim their right to land. To achieve this, the writer examines the available documents from court cases and government agencies, and references what academics and Indigenous women have to say on the matter. Since invasion, Indigenous women have been trapped in a white, western, masculine, hegemonic system, the reason being, the invading society brought with them western European gender concepts to Australia, and these facts will be discussed. The writer argues that these concepts have changed since colonisation, but that Indigenous women's voices are still silenced in Australia.
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"There is often a preconception of Indigenous women, that is characterised by the view that men are central actors in society and that their knowledge envelops the social/cultural world, while women are peripheral and acted upon, being the possessors of knowledge that encompasses only a portion of the social/cultural world. The Hindmarsh Island Bridge (Kumarangk) case is a perfect example of this. The Ngarrindjeri women's secret/sacred business was completely dismissed by the western court system. As Scutt points out, "Aboriginal women's business has a longevity going way beyond the existence of anglo-Australian law" . Furthermore, a land claim hearing has the potential to become a lose/lose situation for Indigenous women."
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Indigenous People, 2001.
The following paper discusses the civilization of the indigenous peoples and the way in which they have been discriminated against in the past.
2,110 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 106.95
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The following paper explores how the West took away and destroyed the rights of the indigenous people, like those of Philippines and Hawaii . The author makes reference to "Lord Raglan", using quotes to illustrate his discriminatory attitude towards the indigenous peoples in the past. In addition this paper reveals how the indigenous peoples are active in the international diplomatic arena, seeking respect for their cultures and ways.
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"Lord Raglan stated in his own way that the Indians were uncivilized, uncouth savage primitives that had to be made civilized by the Western Standard. He claimed that their worship of nature was wrong and if the Indians were not civilized, it would be a threat to the West as we can never be really civilized until we are all civilized. But how right was he? Since, that time the world has realized that because they did not value nature, nature is being depleted and threatened. So who was right and who was wrong?"
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Teaching Science to Indigenous Australians, 2004.
Explores the cultural differences that make teaching science to indigenous Australians difficult.
1,027 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 58.95
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This paper looks at the cultural and religious beliefs of the indigenous Australians that make it difficult for them to understand the concept of Western science. The paper then attempts to identify the best methods for science teachers to teach science to the indigenous Australians, while simultaneously stressing that teachers should teach that which is relevant to the lives of the indigenous students and in keeping with their traditions and customs.
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"Sadly, relations between one people and another have not always been friendly. The situation is exacerbated further still, when the two peoples who come into contact with each other have very little in common, as in the case of a complexly organized, technologically advanced nations that suddenly finds itself face to face with a nation of hunters and gatherers. Such was the situation when the English established their first colony at Botany Bay. The United Kingdom was a country of millions of people, all under the rule of a single government. It possessed all the physical trappings of an advanced society. The British used and manufactured metal implements and weapons. They possessed a highly elaborate system of writing and record-keeping; had many different forms of communication and transportation; and made great buildings and cities out of wood, brick, and stone. They were also accustomed to exploring and investigating their world."
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The Indigenous People of Australia, 2005.
This paper discusses the cultural practices of the indigenous people of Australia, which are required for the continuity of their culture.
1,385 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 74.95
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This paper explains that "The Dreamtime" is the beginning of creation upon which "Ancestral Beings" emerged from the earth and moved around the land to form the mountains, the rivers, the trees, the animals and plants. All these places are very sacred to indigenous people as they hold their ancestral presence and power. The Iidigenous people are learning from the land and teaching that knowledge to their children. The paper relates that the indigenous people work together as a group and everyone has a role and responsibility: Men go hunting; women gather all the seeds and berries and look after the children.
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"Initiation is an integral part of Indigenous culture it's a celebration of becoming of age but also of sacred knowledge as it's through the ordeal of pain and separation that the young male and females are introduced to adult hood which involves greater responsibility among the group and also a defined role within the community. Young females are also subjected to the process of initiation, although the testing process is not as serve as the boys. The young females would at one stage be separated from the group when they reach a time of maturity usually around the first sign of puberty and spend time away from the group. In this time, the young females have older women with greater knowledge teaching her songs and stories but also teaching her the proper etiquette for when she marries, as both young males and females are unable to marry until they have been through initiation. In the final process of initiation, like the young males, the young females would also injure some form of scarring or teeth removal."
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The Recognition of Indigenous People?s Role in Sustainable Development, 2002.
A critical evaluation of the development of global recognition of indigenous rights and their importance.
4,924 words (approx. 19.7 pages), 22 sources, APA, AU$ 201.95
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Promoters of globalization by large consider the knowledge and practices of local indigenous people of no use and impractical in the construction of a truly global contemporary world, hence they are marginalized. This is a comprehensive paper on how far the role of the indigenous peoples in sustainable development has been recognized. It starts by observing the threats that they face in the 20th century. By using their identity and their historical role on the management of the nature as the basis, it then analyse the development of legalized rights as the form of worldwide recognition for their importance. For this purpose, the highlights of ILO Convention No. 169, the Rio Declaration, Agenda 21 and the Convention on Biological Diversity are introduced and studied.
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"Such problems for the indigenous peoples actually have always been there, but the 19th and 20th century international law ?almost consigned them to oblivion?. This is rather ironic as according to the United Nations there are more than 300 million indigenous people in over 70 countries, in almost every climatic zone from the remote Arctic region and the deserts Africa to the Pacific Islands and the rainforests of Asia and South America. Meanwhile, most of them live in the ?Biological 17?, the seventeen nations that are home to more than two-thirds of the Earth?s biological resources. Of the nine countries in which 60 percent of human languages are spoken, six are also hosts to a wealth of plant and animal species that are not available elsewhere. The extinction of some of the world?s languages also means the loss of ecological knowledge."
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Indigenous Land Rights, 2003.
An analysis of the history of Aboriginal land rights and the continued struggle for justice for the indigenous people in Australia.
2,602 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 126.95
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This essay demonstrates the erratic history of indigenous land claims in Australia, from the colonial period to advancements made under legislative modernisation today. The paper begins with a quote by Mudrooroo, to show just how frustrating the situation is. The paper concludes that Indigenous Australians are finally being recognised as the original owners of this country, although much needs to be done before the struggle is over.
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"In 1788, the Indigenous people were violently deprived of their land rights. Their struggle for the return of these rights has proved a tumultuous journey through the history of Australia, often exposing fundamentally racist beliefs and laws. Recent legislation has paved the way for greater victories for Indigenous Australians, although the extent to which even these are just remains questionable."
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Global Indigenous Movements, 2008.
A review of the problems of the disappearance of indigenous languages due to the movement of peoples.
942 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 54.95
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The paper relates the problems resulting from indigenous people being pushed out of the places that they traditionally inhabited. As a result of this movement their languages are disappearing. The paper reports that we are losing a language almost every other week because people speaking these languages are dying out and they are not being taught to others before they die. The paper relates the reasons for this phenomenon and highlights specific regions throughout the world where this is occurring. The goal of the research is to record for eternity basic words of these languages to preserve them. These words can teach us much about them, and ultimately about ourselves as well.
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"A story reported in the New York Times last month stated that indigenous people all over the world are finding that they are being pushed out of the places that they inhabited to some degree, but mostly their languages are disappearing (Wilford, 2007). The story addressed the fact that there are approximately 7000 languages still spoken throughout the world. Out of all of those, around half will be gone during this century (Wilford, 2007). We are losing a language about every other week. It seems almost impossible to simply 'lose' a language? Where does it go? More importantly, why does it go? The answer is deceptively simple - the people that speak these languages are dying, and they are not teaching others the language before they go to their graves. "
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Experiences of Refugees and Indigenous Australians, 2003.
A look at the similarities and differences in the experiences of refugees and indigenous Australians according to Australian literature and recent media attention.
1,841 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 95.95
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A look at race relations in Australia in view of changing culture and how this is reflected in treatment of refugees, asylum seekers and indigenous Australians. Takes a look into the issues of land rights, the stolen generation, asylum seekers vs. 'genuine' refugees and detention centres.
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"Issues surrounding refugees and Indigenous Australians have featured prominently in the media over the last few years, covering areas such as the growing ethnic diversity of Australia, asylum seekers and their right to settle, the treatment of detainees, the stolen generation, mandatory detention, land rights for Aboriginals and Indigenous health. Whilst it has to be said that this has greatly increased the general public?s awareness of these issues, it is becoming increasingly apparent that everyday Australians seem willing to place their opinions on the rights and experiences of these two minority groups ? refugees and Indigenous Australians ? into the ?too hard? basket. Also, not knowing much about these two groups and their experiences means that most Australians form their perception of them from stories in the media and what they see on TV and in movies. Could this be contributing to the negative stereotypes and racist sentiment within our society ? all too willing to refer to the stereotypes of ungrateful detainees burning down their quarters or the drunken Aboriginals in the middle of Victoria Square?"
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Indigenous Feminist Theorizing, 2002.
A review of Mohammed's article regarding indigenous feminist theorizing with perspectives from other authors.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 71.95
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This paper is intended as a critical reflection of Mohammed's article regarding indigenous feminist theorizing. The combination of three other authors' perspectives reveal the inadequacies in Mohammed's approach.
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Indigenous Peruvian Andeans and Coca, 1995.
This paper describes the biosocial aspects of coca production and consumption among the indigenous peoples of the Peruvian Andes: Social and cultural evolution of native people, Role of the Spanish conquerors, drug lords and government in their produc
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 102.95
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"The purpose of this paper will be to briefly describe the biosocial aspects of coca production and consumption among the indigenous peoples of the Peruvian Andes. Coca is a plant similar to the rosebush; the leaves of this plant contain a stimulating narcotic when chewed. Until the 1920s or thereabouts, depending upon prohibition by local ordinances, coca was used as the basis for flavoring popular soft drinks worldwide, hence "Coca Cola," and was a major Peruvian export commodity along with coffee. Coca is also the basis for cocaine, a powerful narcotic. At the turn-of-the-century a popular and oft-prescribed medication internationally, cocaine was gradually made illegal from the 1930s through the 1970s. In 1978, cultivation of coca for narcotics uses was made illegal in Peru. Cultivation of small ... "
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The Needs of Indigenous Australian Women, 2008.
A review of the challenges facing Australian aboriginal women in today's society.
1,686 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 87.95
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The paper analyzes the topic of feminism in Australia and specifically discusses how white, mainstream feminists in Australia can better listen to, and attend to, the needs and voices of indigenous Australian women. The paper further relates that Australian indigenous women including the Australian Aborigines, the Maori of New Zealand, and the Torres State Islanders, have specific needs, problems, and issues that face them today. The paper highlights the fact that developing understanding, modes of clearer communication and ways to aid these women can help white Australian feminists tear down boundaries and bring about more care and support for Australia's indigenous women.
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"Domestic violence is another very important problem facing aboriginal women. An Australian newspaper reporter continues, "Homicide is the leading cause of premature death for indigenous women and they are 45 times more likely to be victims of domestic violence than other Australians". It is also well known that most aboriginal victims of domestic violence do not speak out, because they are afraid of reprisals by their family or the community (Bhandari 2006). Thus, the abuse continues in a cycle of violence that can often lead to death. White feminists need to tackle this problem head on, just as they would for white victims of domestic violence. First, they need to create educational programs for aboriginal women that stress the importance of speaking out when domestic violence occurs."
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Indigenous People Law, 2008.
This paper critically reviews the article "Discovering Peoples in International Law" by Sharon Helen Venne.
1,443 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 76.95
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The paper looks at the article "Discovering Peoples in International Law", by Sharon Helen Venne, that examines international law regarding indigenous rights. The paper looks at how the article discusses the historical evolution of indigenous rights and how it provides an overview of sources of international law. The paper is of the opinion that this article provides a very comprehensive introduction to the subject matter although it has some minor flaws.
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"As Venne explains, international law regarding indigenous rights began to evolve when Spanish explorers discovered the Indigenous Peoples of America. Finding these people gave rise to the key question of whether these were biological humans who had human rights. The answer to this would determine whether they had rights over their own persons, their land, and their natural resources - or whether the European invaders could simply lay claim to all of this. Today this seems like a strange question to pose, but it triggered a very serious debate in Europe."
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Australia And Rights Of Indigenous People, 2002.
Discusses the evolution of Australian policy and practice regarding land rights.
4,050 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 37 sources, AU$ 217.95
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Discusses the evolution of Australian policy and practice regarding land rights. Denial of land to Aborigines and other indigenous peoples. Land use and economic benefits. Land agreements. Court cases and rulings. Political controversy. Traditional view of Aboriginal rights. History of the country. UN intervention. Statatory framework to determine land claims.
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"AUSTRALIAN NATIVE TITLE LAW AND RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE
This research paper discusses the evolution of Australian policy and practice concerning the rights of Aborigines and other indigenous peoples with respect to land, the functioning of, and the pros and cons of taking recourse to, National Native Title Tribunals (NNTTs) and the right of indigenous peoples to negotiate (RTN) regarding land use and its economic benefits. In the early 1990s the High Court by its decisions in certain landmark cases recognized after nearly two centuries of denial that native Australians had rights with respect to lands they had traditionally occupied. By enacting the Native Title Act 1993, ch. 110 (the '93 NTA), the Commonwealth Parliament established mechanisms for determining the validity and scope of native land title claims. However, grave uncertainty and ..."
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