Hi Cindy
In past it has been the main form of addressing these issues to remove and change the Indigenous ways. Sarah suggested that we engage on a different level in an attempt to get outcomes that benefits both parties needs and outcomes. "Such engagement, it seems, is fundamental to real progress in ‘closing the gaps’ in education outcomes between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students"(Australian Journal of Education, Vol. 53, No. 1, 2009, pgs 39–53 by Sarah Prout).40
Karen
April 30, 2010 8:41 PM http://kulchakonnect.blogspot.com/
Hi Vanessa,
I have been reading an article about the changes that have occured in international law- the focus being placed upon Indigenous communities.
The article talks about the recognition of Indigenous cultures holding their countries accountable for social justice issues. 'More generally, indigenous peoples have arguably come to represent one of the
most influential, and well recognized, parties of a global civil movement committed to the pursuit of justice (International and Comparative Law Quarterly (2009), 58: 957-983 Cambridge University Press).
One of the things it talks about is the recognition of 'cultural' persepctives. It discusses the importance of looking at 'customary' justices to be inclusive of countries systems.
I am aware that there is an Indigenous court up in FNQ, it is my understanding that this is an effective way of engaging the two systems and societies in addressing legal issues in the Indigeous community. The connection for the elders and those in legal trouble in this instance is often the difference. The cutural connection to justice systems is just one componet of what you are talking about with cultural connection.
Karen
April 30, 2010 7:57 PM http://megumi-cdproject.blogspot.com/
Hi Meg,
It is unfortunate that we have not progressed very far as a nation in addressing the health issues of our Indigenous community. A clear example of this is in 1998 the World Health Organisation identifing trachoma as the leading cause of the world's infectious blindness, and that it was placed on their agenda to erradicate this diease world wide by 2020.
However our remote and rural Indigenous are still dealing with this infectious eye disease, which has long since been eradicated in the Australian cities.
When the World Health Organization (WHO)made their announcement trachoma was still occurring in 54 countries- Australia being one of them. The shame was that Australia was the only developed country that was on the list.
'The poor health of indigenous communities has been likened – by policy-makers and commentators – to
the problems of the developing world'(Bulletin of the World Health Organization April 2008, 86 (4))
Karen
29 April 2010 3:52 PM http://swsp7123nacom.blogspot.com/
This is most certainly not for the faint hearted as a subject.
Tackling parental expectations in a system that restricts their rights in such a way will most definately have some difficulties.
The extreme pressure upon the sole child by the parents must be intense at time.
I look forward to hearing how this progress.
Karen
April 28, 2010 10:37 PM http://alex-learninginaction.blogspot.com/
Hi Alex,
Just had a quick read to see where you are up to. That looks great. And as with most plans we have ideas and they have already done some of those. But you seem have plenty of other ideas to keep you going and moving forward with connecting to the group and getting things happening. Look forward to where you are heading to next.
Karen
April 28, 2010 10:02 PM http://megumi-cdproject.blogspot.com/
Hi Meg,
Now to chat about your project- it looks great. You have really done some work on it. I have only this week taken off my close the gap band.
So how has the project been going for you.
The arm band was great- and I wore it to bali and talked much about it to everyone I went with. So it is a great way to generate the discussion with those who have little to do or exposure to the issues.
Karen
April 28, 2010 9:57 PM http://megumi-cdproject.blogspot.com/
Hi meg,
You can set up another page and add your plan to that so it doesn't take up so much room on you posting page. Call me and I will talk you through it and how to add the page and move that.
Karen
April 28, 2010 10:46 PM http://brisbanebasketball.blogspot.com/
i agree it is probably quicker and simpler to do something with young people who are not under aged. But it doesn't mean that in the fututre that can not get legs and grow into something. So start with what they offer you and get in the door and work your way around from there.
The three on three comp sounds like a great idea- it is quick and fast and likely to attract the interest quickly.
Karen
April 28, 2010 11:27 PM http://indigenouseducationinzillmere.blogspot.com/
Hey Cindy
Whilst you didn't get an agreement, look at what you have achieved in the small time frame.Also you need to remember that rushed processes can lead to bad solutions and people not feeling heard.
It is an important topic and all need to feel heard as part of this process in order for them to make decisions where they are truly engaged in the decision making.
Great job
Karen,
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