Indigenous Sustainability and Environmental Justice

Catalog description

Provides an in-depth exploration of the relationship between Indigenous knowledge systems, sustainability practices and social justice while taking into account the need for creating innovative, entrepreneurial and sustainable tribal economies. Focuses on how Indigenous communities have developed sustainable ways of living that are rooted in respect for the environment, cultural traditions and social equity. Students critically engage with the ongoing challenges Indigenous peoples face, including the impacts of colonization, environmental degradation and systemic injustice while learning from Indigenous-led movements for social and environmental justice.