Clan and Tribal Perspectives on Social, Economic and Environmental Sustainability: Indigenous Stories from Around the Globe

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From the Indigenous perspective, sustainability must be understood as a means of survival. In a climate of in-migration, clan and tribal communities have been forced to build sustainable solutions together to protect their sovereignty, recognition and mutual respect.  In the midst of a global pandemic that threatens the economic and social well-being of millions of people, this edited collection addresses the social, economic, and environmental sustainability of tribes, clans, and Indigenous cultures across national and global origins. Acknowledging that these peoples around the globe have addressed threats to their survival for millennia, the authors showcase examples of indigenous groups spanning South Africa, Nigeria, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bolivia and North America. Regional examples also come from Rwanda, Cameroon, Congo, Ethiopia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Easter Island, and Nunavit, Canada. Breaking fresh ground by shining a light on sustainability journeys from outside the global mainstream, this book demonstrates how sustainable recovery and development occurs in respectful collaboration between equals. Cover Clan and Tribal Perspectives on Social, Economic and Environmental Sustainability Clan and Tribal Perspectives on Social, Economic and Environmental Sustainability: Indigenous Stories from Around the Globe Copyright Dedication Table of Contents List of Tribes and Clans by Chapter About the Editors About the Contributors Preface Reference Acknowledgements 1. Sustainable Relationships Are the Foundation of Tribal and Clan Perspectives References Theme 1 Civilisations and Sustainability 2. Sustainable Indigenous Water Rights Abstract Introduction Sustainability of Indigenous Cultural Water Rights Indigenous Cultural Heritage and Water Rights Conclusion Notes References 3. Indigenous Ontologies in ‘Caring for Country’: Indigenous Australia's Sustainable Customs, Practices and Laws Abstract Introduction Conflicting Western Concepts about the Indigenous Environment Indigenous Ontology and the Meaning of Country Indigenous Knowledge: A Case Study Pathways Forward References Australian Case Law Theme 2 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 4. Indigenous Entrepreneurs in Australia: Past, Present, and Future Abstract Introduction An Historical Perspective Indigenous Entrepreneurship in Australia The Future Landscape of Indigenous Entrepreneurship in Australia Acknowledgments References 5. Māori Social Enterprise: A Case Study Abstract Introduction Social Entrepreneurship as Three Layers Māori Social Entrepreneurship The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for Māori Social Enterprise Methodology Case 1: Ākau Case 2: He Iwi Kotahi Tatou Trust Case 3: Stay Native Findings and Discussion Definition of Social Enterprise by Māori Social Entrepreneurs Māori in SE The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for Māori SE Social Innovation Conclusion Notes References Theme 3 Leadership in Tribes and Clans 6. Quechua/Aymara Perspective of Social, Economic, and Environmental Sustainability in the Bolivian Andes: Sustainability a ... Abstract Introduction Section I – Sustainable Business Research Methodology A Brief Introduction to Bolivian Quinoa Section II – Dreamtime Section III – Politics and Policy Yachay Munay Ruray Ushay Kawsay Conclusion Notes References 7. Leadership Lessons in Sustainability from Elders and Events in Historical Clan Survival Stories Abstract Introduction: Once There Was… Storytelling Analysis for Leadership Knowledge Narrative Interpretation of Leadership Styles in Historical Crises Contextual Leadership Issues Extending from Analysis Conclusion: The Moral of the Story Acknowledgements References Theme 4 Politics and Policy in Tribal and Clan Organisations 8. Jirga, Its Role and Evolution in Pakistan's Pashtun “Tribal” Society Abstract Introduction What Is Jirga? Critique of Jirga The FCR Jirga in FATA Why Was Jirga Rendered “Irrelevant” in Former-FATA? Jirga's Response to Militancy Post-2001 The Future of Jirga in the Tribal Areas Notes References 9. Effectiveness of ‘Traditional’ Conflict Resolution and Transformation Strategies Abstract Introduction Boege's Framework of Traditional Conflict Transformation Papua New Guinea (PNG) Rwanda Timor-Leste What Lessons Can Be Learnt from PNG, Rwanda and Timor-Leste? Conclusion References 10. The Resolution by the White Earth Anishinaabe Nation to Protect the Inherent Rights of Wild Rice Abstract Background The Rights of Manoomin Research Question The Importance of Wild Rice to the Anishinaabeg The Threats to the Survival and Very Integrity of Wild Rice Protect Wild Rice to Protect the People References Theme 5 Tribal and Clan Views on Health and Well-being 11. Therapeutic Landscapes and Indigenous Culture: Māori Health Models in Aotearoa/New Zealand Abstract Introduction Historical Context Understanding Health and Wellbeing Examining the Interconnections of Health and Place Te Whare Tapa Whā: The Four Cornerstones Te Pae Māhutonga: The Southern Cross Constellation Te Wheke: The Octopus How the Land Shapes Māori Identity How Land Contributes to Health Whenua: The Land Te Wao Nui a Tāne: Forests Nga Wai Ora: Waterways Te Rohe Koreporepo: Wetlands Discussion Conclusion References 12. Fire, Stories and Health Abstract Introduction Story and Resistance Fire as Allegory for Transformative Knowledge Fire as Health Conclusion References Further Readings 13. Ubuntu Identity, the Economy of Bomvana Indigenous Healers, and Their Impact on Spiritual and Physical Well-being of an ... Abstract Introduction Bomvana Spirituality AmaBomvane History and Context Current Context of the Bomvana Methodology Understanding Bomvana Well-being Ubuntu Worldview as Foundational to Well-being A Healing Spirituality Bomvana Ethno-Medical Spiritual Economies Bomvana Ethno-Medical Spiritual Economy as Identity Expressed through Ubuntu Discussion Conclusion Notes References Index