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Indigenous Studies Working Group

The Indigenous Studies Working Group is a group of faculty, staff and students engaged in discussing Indigenous studies across disciplines and departments, and exploring how such studies can be integrated into the community and curriculum of Brooklyn College. If you are interested in taking part in the conversation, please join us!

As part of our work, we are putting together a list of resources, available here. Many of the materials currently listed are available through the Brooklyn College Library collections and/or are freely available online. If there are resources that should be added, please let us know. It is very much a work in progress, and we want your input!

Land Acknoledgment for Brooklyn College

"[We] must acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the traditional and unceded territory of the Lenape. We, the Brooklyn College community, acknowledge that academic institutions, indeed the nation-state itself, was founded upon and continues to enact exclusions and erasures of Indigenous Peoples. This acknowledgment demonstrates a commitment to beginning the process of working to dismantle ongoing legacies of settler colonialism, and to recognize the hundreds of Indigenous Nations who continue to resist, live, and uphold their sacred relations across their lands. We also pay our respect to Indigenous elders past, present, and future and to those who have stewarded this land throughout the generations." -- Kenneth Gould, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at Brooklyn College

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IPDNYC 2021, organized by Redhawk Native American Arts Council

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The last year has been incredibly hard on Indigenous communities across not only Turtle Island, but the world. It inability to gather has caused so much pain and with the added loss of community members, nearly unbearable.

This year, we are going to gather safely, and ensure that our community receives the togetherness it deserves.

We ask that you consider supporting us as we make this event safe and accessible to the Indigenous people that reside on Lenape lands.

We are asking for support to build sani-stations, provide PPE and all the tools necessary to ensure we are able to make this event a success.

Many artists suffered this past year with the lack of events and outlets to sell their arts and crafts, and our hope is to sponsor all vendors and artists attending.

We can't do this without your help.

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IPDNYC 2021, organized by Redhawk Native American Arts Council

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The last year has been incredibly hard on Indigenous communities across not only Turtle Island, but the world. It inability to gather has caused so much pain and with the added loss of community members, nearly unbearable. This year, we are going to gather safely, and ensure that our community receives the togetherness it deserves.

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Action step: Support Redhawk Native American Arts Council

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Action step: Support Redhawk Native American Arts Council

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The Redhawk Native American Arts Council is a not for profit organization founded and maintained by Native American artists and educators serving the tristate area. Since 1994, the Council is dedicated to educating the general public about Native American heritage through song, dance, theater, works of art and other cultural forms of expression. The council represents artists from North, South, Central American, Caribbean and Polynesian Indigenous cultures.

Redhawk Council produces four of the largest Native American heritage celebrations in the Northeast. The arts council also hosts festivals, workshops, theater presentations and educational programs, addressing stereotypes and fostering an awareness of Native cultures from a historical standpoint, with a focus on contemporary cultural practices.

Sharing Native Art Forms

The council creates venues for Native artists to share their art forms with the public and each other, providing opportunities to become financially self-reliant. Contracting artists for educational programs, lectures and festivals for various organizations is another way the council helps support the First Nations artist community. Contracting artists for educational programs, lectures and festivals for various organizations is another way the council helps support the First Nations artist community.

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The Redhawk Native American Arts Council is a not for profit organization founded and maintained by Native American artists and educators serving the tristate area. Since 1994, the Council is dedicated to educating the general public about Native American heritage through song, dance, theater, works of art and other cultural forms of expression.

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From Land Acknowledgement to Land Back: The Path to Justice for Indigenous Peoples

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From Land Acknowledgement to Land Back: The Path to Justice for Indigenous Peoples

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From Land Acknowledgement to Land Back: The Path to Justice for Indigenous Peoples

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Online Education - Redhawk Native American Arts Council

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Online webinars, classes and courses taught by Native American artists, dancers, and educators.

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#HonorNativeLand - U.S. Department of Arts and Culture

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A call to action and guide to open public events and gatherings with acknowledgment of the traditional Native inhabitants of the land. Acknowledgment is a simple, powerful way of showing respect and a step toward correcting the stories and practices that erase Indigenous people's history and cultu

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On October 7th, I attended a convening of Brooklyn based cultural institutions, hosted by Brooklyn Museum in partnership with the Lenape Center. It was a 2-day workshop to discuss Living Land Acknowledgements and develop ongoing collaborative projects between Lenape-Delaware Nations and cultural institutions in Brooklyn.

A Living Land Acknowledgment is a statement that recognizes the indigenous peoples who have been dispossessed from the homelands and territories upon which an institution was built and currently occupies and operates in. For Brooklyn, it was originally the "Lenapehoking" or the Land of the Lenape, an offspring of the Algonquin civilization; and includes present day New Jersey, New York and Delaware, until forced displacement started with European "discovery" of the land and continued well into the 19th century.

Map of Lenape languages and Tribes-Image from Wikimedia Commons

The Lenape lived in the area that is now known as New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, southeastern New York State, northern Delaware and a small section of southeastern Connecticut. They were often broken down into three clans: The Minsi (also known as Munsee) or Wolf, Unami or Turtle and the Unalachtgo or Turkey. Historians describe the period of European contact as the Lenape Confederacy, a loosely organized but wide ranging entity. The Minsi occupied lower New York and upper New Jersey, the Unami occupied central New Jersey and parts of Pennysylvania and the Unalatchtigo occupied lower New Jersey.

Europeans began to have contact with the now area of New York. Giovanni da Verrazzano sailed into New York harbor and traded with the Lenape in 1524, and this act according to historians marked the high point and downfall of Lenape culture as European-carried disease began to destroy their society. Verrazzano's contact was followed by the first visit from the Dutch in the Hudson River area in 1598. With every new contact between the Lenape and European settlers, their numbers began to dwindle more and more. By 1623 there were only 200-300 Lenape left by some accounts.

Today, after numerous wars, treaties and forced displacement most of the Lenape are living in Oklahoma and Canada but several hundred Lenape/ Delaware Indian descendants still live in the New York area and many cities in the tri-state have Lenape names, for example, Allamuchy, Hackensack, Manasquan, and Manhattan. Many streets, parks, lakes, rivers and mountains also have Lenape names.

Customizable Land Acknowledgment template from the U.S Department of Arts and Culture initiative, Honor Native Land

The practice of Living Land Acknowledgments is becoming an increasingly normalized act in places like Canada, and Australia where many public events or gatherings, begin with an acknowledgment to the First Peoples that originally inhabited the space. It is usually in the form of a statement or an honor, either with specificity, given to the known ancestors of said land or a general statement, giving honor to the original ancestors of the land. In the United States the practice has not yet become widespread. It may occur in places where ties to first peoples remain strong, but it not yet a national conversation.

At the convening in October, representatives from Lenapehoking and Brooklyn Cultural institutions discussed a range of ideas about incorporating Lenape history and paying homage to the space they call home. Ideas ranged from adding language to signs that welcome visitors and folks returning home to New York, that serves as a reminder that they are in Lenapehoking, to the importance of creating and teaching curricula to foster education about First Nations.

Lenape leaders attend the Of This Land convening at Brooklyn Museum

Tribal leaders and historians from Canada, Delaware, Oklahoma and the Lenape Center here in New York, engaged with us about their history, customs and traditions. From Chief Chester Brooks, the oldest chief in attendance, we learned about 7 generations of his family bloodline that he was able to recite to us from memory. This was quite a privilege for me to witness, the oral recitation of family ties that takes genealogists time and effort to compile. Other Tribal representatives shared their stories about the present conditions of their respective groups and talked about their efforts to educate newer generations about their history and culture.

Matthew Putnam, Vice Chairman of the Stockbridge Munsee Community sharing with attendees

When discussing Living Land Acknowledgments, the common thread shared with us by the leaders highlighted the importance of true inclusion. Finding significant ways as cultural institutions to honor the land and its original caretakers, was what was most important to everyone gathered there. Most of us in attendance agreed that the easy first step was to acknowledge that this was something of importance, but implementation in a meaningful and inclusive way was what required discussion among our respective stakeholders.

Having representatives from the Lenape helped all in attendance with brainstorming sessions to formulate ideas. Having them lead the conversation about their history, customs and legacy gave everyone in attendance necessary background about what we should be thinking about and some knowledge of the resources available to help us actualize our ideas. There were discussions about how we can create curriculum or educational initiatives that would center on comprehensive teaching about the Lenape and first peoples in Brooklyn, ideas about how we can create programs around their customs, reciprocal visits to current Lenape territories so learning can occur where they are now, to encourage reciprocity and to ensure that the burden of educating us is not one sided. There was also a lot of conversation about environmentalism and finding ways to incorporate the symbiotic relationship first peoples had with the land into discussions on climate change. At the end of the two days many of us in attendance felt equipped to go back to our respective institutions with valuable insight about how we can begin discussions that would lead us to consequential action.

Participant in the Gateway to the Nations Pow Wow at Floyd Bennett Field in 2010. Image from the Bob Gore Collection. Brooklyn Collection

The opening of the symposium was led by traditional prayers by the Lenape leaders, which served to welcome us current occupants to Lenapehoking. At the wrap-up session a representative of the Lenape Center offered a simple idea when we think about Land Acknowledgments: "Now that we have welcomed you how do you respond?" This should serve as a prompt to all who think about the space we occupy and the people who were here before us. It is a bit like welcoming a guest to your home, I've invited you in, now what would do you do next?

For more information about Living Land Acknowledgements visit Honor Native Land.

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On October 7th, I attended a convening of Brooklyn based cultural institutions, hosted by Brooklyn Museum in partnership with the Lenape Center. It was a 2-day workshop to discuss Living Land Acknowledgements and develop ongoing collaborative projects between Lenape-Delaware Nations and cultural institutions in Brooklyn.

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National Indigenous Peoples Day: 10 ways to participate

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National Indigenous Peoples Day: 10 ways to participate

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Every June 21st, thousands of Indigenous Peoples celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD). This is a special day to acknowledge the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Joining in the celebrations is a wonderful way to learn more about Indigenous Peoples and cultures in your area.

In the northern hemisphere, the longest day and shortest night, the summer solstice, happens between June 20 and June 22. The summer solstice is of cultural significant for many cultures around the world. June 21st was chosen as the date for National Indigenous Peoples Day (formerly Aboriginal Peoples Day) in 1996.

"Many cities in Canada are less than a hundred years old. But aboriginal people have lived in this land for more than a hundred centuries. . .On June 21st, this year and every year, Canada will honour the native peoples who first brought humanity to this great land. And may the first peoples of our past always be full and proud partners in our future." Governor General Roméo LeBlanc

For some background on NIPD and how it came to be, please read:

Here are some suggestions on how to celebrate or commemorate this meaningful day.

1. Check out local listings of National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations and plan to attend with family, friends, colleagues

2. Spend the day learning about the Indigenous history of where you live or work

3. Learn some greetings in the Indigenous language of where you live or work

4. Seek out an Indigenous restaurant or food truck

5. Seek out music by Indigenous musicians

6. Visit an art gallery that features Indigenous art

7. Read a book by an Indigenous author; we also have lots of free eBooks you can download

8. Watch a movie by an Indigenous director

9. Fill in our Personal or Professional Pledge of Reconciliation and discuss with family, friends and colleagues

10. Read and discuss the 10 Guiding Principles of Reconciliation from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report with family and colleagues:

1. The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is the framework for reconciliation at all levels and across all sectors of Canadian society.

2. First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, as the original peoples of this country and as self-determining peoples, have Treaty, constitutional, and human rights that must be recognized and respected.

3. Reconciliation is a process of healing relationships that requires public truth sharing, apology, and commemoration that acknowledge and redress past harms.

4. Reconciliation requires constructive action on addressing the ongoing legacies of colonialism that have had destructive impacts on Aboriginal peoples' education, cultures and languages, health, child welfare, administration of justice, and economic opportunities and prosperity.

5. Reconciliation must create a more equitable and inclusive society by closing the gaps in social, health, and economic outcomes that exist between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians.

6. All Canadians, as Treaty peoples, share responsibility for establishing and maintaining mutually respectful relationships.

7. The perspectives and understandings of Aboriginal Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers of the ethics, concepts, and practices of reconciliation are vital to long-term reconciliation.

8. Supporting Aboriginal peoples' cultural revitalization and integrating Indigenous knowledge systems, oral histories, laws, protocols, and connections to the land into the reconciliation process are essential.

9. Reconciliation requires political will, joint leadership, trust building, accountability, and transparency, as well as a substantial investment of resources.

10. Reconciliation requires sustained public education and dialogue, including youth engagement, about the history and legacy of residential schools, Treaties, and Aboriginal rights, as well as the historical and contemporary contributions of Aboriginal peoples to Canadian society.

We hope you find at least some of these suggestions helpful and that you enjoy celebrating and learning about Indigenous Peoples on June 21st every year.

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National Indigenous Peoples Day: 10 ways to celebrate

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Every June 21st, thousands of Indigenous Peoples celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD). This is a special day to acknowledge the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. Joining in the celebrations is a wonderful way to learn more about Indigenous Peoples and cultures in your area.

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The NMAI fosters a richer shared human experience through a more informed understanding of Native peoples.

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Indigenous Peoples Day Song For Kids (ASL Sign Language Lesson Included)

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Be Proud | Be Unique | Be Indigenous - National Indigenous Peoples Day

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The indigenous existence in Western and American culture is narrowly viewed and accepted with little to no input from actual Indigenous people. Gregg Deal talks about the use of history as a tool while he navigates the restrictions thrusts upon his work as a contemporary artist while challenging those who hear his words to take responsibility for their knowledge, and create room for this nation’s First Peoples. Gregg Deal is a husband, father, artist and a member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. As a provocative contemporary artist-activist much of Deal’s work deals with Indigenous identity and pop culture, touching on issues of race relations, historical consideration and stereotype. With this work—including paintings, mural work, performance art, filmmaking and spoken word—Deal critically examines issues within Indian country such as decolonization, the Native mascot issue and appropriation. 

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The indigenous existence in Western and American culture is narrowly viewed and accepted with little to no input from actual Indigenous people. Gregg Deal talks about the use of history as a tool while he navigates the restrictions thrusts upon his work as a contemporary artist while challenging those who hear his words to take responsibility for their knowledge, and create room for this nation’s First Peoples. Gregg Deal is a husband, father, artist and a member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. As a provocative contemporary artist-activist much of Deal’s work deals with Indigenous identity and pop culture, touching on issues of race relations, historical consideration and stereotype. With this work—including paintings, mural work, performance art, filmmaking and spoken word—Deal critically examines issues within Indian country such as decolonization, the Native mascot issue and appropriation. 

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