Re-indigenising humanity: Our role, our needs

Abstract

A perfect storm of economic, environmental and social pressures now exists at a planetary scale. Within the maelstrom sit indigenous cultures, also under pressure but never more relevant in providing theoretical and practical alternatives for humanity. As a necessary exercise in challenging ourselves, our communities, and the wider eco-social networks in which we live, some Indigenous educators seek the re-indigenising humanity. Echoing Dr. Suzanne Pitama’s thoughts, how might we define and explore this role? How might we impact on both our learners (indigenous and non-indigenous), and our communities? And finally, given the ongoing undermining of mainstream academic institutions, how do we survive individually and collectively to ensure social accountability retains and expands its value?