Introduction to Native American Families and Populations

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Examines the socio-historical and contemporary challenges uniquely represented among Native American families and individuals. A Native American worldview is utilized in order to better understand the roles, norms and customs, structure, characteristics, and overall system of Native American tribes and families. Psychological, sociological, and environmental resources are explored across the micro-macro continuum. Emphasis is on an interdisciplinary and comparative study of race and ethnicity as it impacts the family and overall population. A brief overview of historical and contemporary analysis is provided. The gendered structure of settler colonialism, intersections between gender and tribal sovereignty, and family relationships within indigenous communities are explored. Cultural context and considerations are applied to the individual and the family. Identify areas of current social justice practices or agencies and anti-racism action strategies at the local, County, State and Federal levels. 54.00 hours lecture. (Same as HMS-53) (Letter grade only)