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The Practice of ‘Qumbii Nyaachisuu’ Ceremony in the Gujii Gadaa System
2023
Author(s): Hinsarmu G
The finding of this study showed qumbii is a secret in general and it is linked with supernatural power. The representation of symbolism of qumbii in the Gadaa system; the implication of qumbii fudhachisuuin the Gadaa system and the linkage of the Gadaa system and Qaalluu institution are addressed in the study.
Indigenous Oral History: Manual Canada and the United States
2023
Author(s): Wheeler W, Trimble C E, Quinlan M K, Sommer B W
Using examples from Indigenous community oral history projects throughout Canada and the United States, this new edition is informed by best practices to show how oral history can be done in different contexts.
This edited volume provides a complete introduction to critical issues across the field of Indigenous peoples in contemporary Taiwan, from theoretical approaches to empirical analysis.
Guddifachaa from the Perspectives of the Best Interests of Child in the Tulema Oromo, Ethiopia
2023
Author(s): Aredo TD, Amanu ND
The purpose of the study was to describe how the best interest of the child is realized in the context of customary law of guddifachaa. The study findings revealed that guddifachaa is a customary adoption, whereupon the best interests of the child were entertained.
Transforming Indigenous Higher Education: Privileging Culture, Identity and Self-Determination
2023
Author(s): Kickett M., et.al
An engaging guide for future best-practice, this book provides an illuminating account of how the innovative programs of education and research at one Centre for Aboriginal Studies made a demonstrably positive difference in the lives of Indigenous students.
Indigenous Practice and Community-Led Climate Change Solutions: The Relevance of Traditional Cosmic Knowledge Systems
2023
Author(s): Muthukrishnan R, Datta R
This book aims to bridge the gap between Indigenous and Western perspectives by re-educating researchers and decolonizing popular climate change solutions, will be of great interest to students and scholars studying climate change, conservation, environmental anthropology, and Indigenous studies on a broader scale.
Traditional Methods of Performing the Art of Balochi Embroidery in Non-Native Clothing Design
2023
Author(s): Saedi F, Ghasemi M
The study used analytical-descriptive method to understand the division of patterns and techniques of Baloch sewing and how to implement the techniques according to the background fabric.
Role of Indigenous and Local Knowledge in Seasonal Forecasts and Climate Adaptation: A Case Study of Smallholder Farmers in Chiredzi, Zimbabwe
2023
Author(s): Zvobgo L, Johnston P, Olagbegi OM, Simpson NP, Trisos CH
The article demonstrates the widespread reliance of farmers on IK and LK for seasonal forecasts, and the strong positive link between the use of IK and LK and the implementation of climate adaptation actions in Chiredzi, Zimbabwe.
In Pursuit of Indigenous Intellectual Justice: The Cultural and Health Institutional Review Boards of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
2023
Author(s): Holland TJ, Goins RT, Lefler L
This article study the initiative of the Cultural and Health Tribal institutional review boards (IRBs) for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) in reviewing academic research among the Tribe.
The Indigenous Knowledge of Camel Husbandry in Kalkooyi Nomads Territory
2023
Author(s): Sarvestani AA, Barani H, gooya A
The study aimed to identify the indigenous knowledge of camel husbandry in the territory of Kalkuyee nomads in Masileh plain of Qom province, who have a long history of camel husbandry in this region.



