Periagoge
Scenario

When academic pursuits conflict with indigenous knowledge protocols

I have been studying our traditional ecological knowledge for my PhD but the elders say I am stealing sacred information to give to white universities and now I feel lost about my purpose.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Attempts to preserve and validate traditional knowledge through western institutions create suspicion about cultural appropriation and commodification.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Indigenous clan and community systems?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.