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Turtle Island: Working with Indigenous Grandparents and their Grandchildren in Group Counseling

2023

Author(s): Brown C.L, Fernando D, Robbins R

The authors present activities and processes to support clinicians and their consideration for working with Indigenous clients. All phases of implementation, from participant and facilitator recruitment to the concluding honoring feast, as well as group activities, process questions, and accompanying projects, are described in detail.

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Cultural Significance of Western Himalayan Wild Food Plants

2023

Author(s): Khan S, Masoodi TH, Pala NA, Islam MA, Raja A, Rizvi SZ

The present investigation revealed that various wild plant species are consumed as food by Himalayan communities of Kashmir valley to sustain their basic needs of life. Diverse plant parts utilized commonly were leaves, wild fruits, delicate shoots and roots. These wild food plants make significant contribution to the well-being of native communities by providing them substantial food and nutritional diets.

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Creating a Model for Faculty Success: Faculty Advancement Initiative for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and People of Color at the University at Albany

2023

Author(s): Serrano CA, Vasquez E,Gayle DDB,Enriquez J,Dirlam J,Yuan XJ

The article discussed the findings of the BILPOC community initiative that was formed to provide support and opportunities for diverse workforce, while also creating a positive and sustainable scholarly environment, which might serve as a model for other institutions.

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Efficacy of Herbal Extracts in Alleviating Corm Dormancy in Gladiolus (Gladiolus grandiflorus L.)

2023

Author(s): Sharma R, Kumara S, Sahare H

Through this study it was indicated that natural plant products which are environmentally sound and safe to use can be used as alternatives to chemicals used in breaking the dormancy of gladiolus and expanding its limits of cultivation.

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Weaving Together Indigenous and Western Knowledge in Science Education: Reflections and Recommendations

2023

Author(s): Strong ZS, Charlo LJ, Watson F, Price PG ,Christen K

In this conceptual paper, the authors discuss four key takeaways from their reflections: 1) Creating relational space for cultural values and practices, 2) Indigenous science education requires many educators with diverse expertise, 3) Respecting Tribal and individual autonomy and timelines, and 4) Remembering who the work is meant to serve. In summary, the authors highlighted important recommendations to be considered when weaving together ITEK and Western science to better serve and engage Native American youth.

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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.

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Stereotypes and Judgments About American Indian Peoples: Results from an Experimental Study

2023

Author(s): Orr R, Sharratt K, Iqbal M

In this study the author tested how stereotypes might work against Native peoples and tribes, using a randomized survey experiment.

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Colonization and the Introduction of Alcohol to Native Hawaiians: Why Cultural Safety?

2023

Author(s): Greywolf CT, Lowe JR

This article gives a brief historical account of the introduction and the impact of alcohol with Native Hawaiians. Indigenous researchers have identified colonization and historically traumatic events as precipitating causes of the current incidence and pervasiveness of alcohol use today. Interventions that reflect the history and traditions of Indigenous groups are generally not the basis of addiction treatment and intervention programs.

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This qualitative study explores the geographies of knowledge creation in forest rights claims-making processes in three Indigenous communities in Madhya Pradesh, India.

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This article explores the relationship between a system of traditional and indigenous knowledge called subawe, social capital, and disaster risk reduction.