Vol. 6 No. 1 (2005): Volume 6, Number 1
Volume 6, Number 1

"Development," "self-directed development," "community trauma," and "sustainability" are all part of the lexicon of development literature. The Fourth World tackles these issues from an inside-out perspective.

In this issue, we've gathered writings from accomplished scholars and researchers who elevate the discussion of self-government, traditional medicine, and sexual violence in the Fourth World. The Fourth World Journal has consistently provided a platform for subjects often dismissed or ignored.

Biometrics in Indian Country: The Bloody fight for Authenticity
Tiffany Waters (Author)
30-41
This article explores the contentious issue of blood quantum in defining American Indian identity and tribal membership, highlighting the historical context, legislative background, and ... more
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Prostitution of Indigenous Women: Sex Inequality and the Colonization of Canada’s First Nations Women
Melissa Farley, Ph.D., Jacqueline Lynne (Author)
1-29
This article examines the impact of colonization on First Nations women in Canada, focusing on the systemic factors contributing to their vulnerability to prostitution. It explores how historical ... more
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Tajik and Turkmen traditions of health in Uzbekistan
Mirjam Hirsch (Author)
42-67
Global health disparities persist, exacerbated by interlinked food, climate, and economic crises, and healthcare commercialization. Indigenous communities face compounded challenges due to ... more
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Reintroducing Traditional Foods Into The Community
Monica Charles (Author)
68-76
This piece delves into the author's journey of reintroducing traditional foods into the community, highlighting the cultural significance, health benefits, and challenges faced in preserving ... more
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The Great Circle Of Justice: Restorative Justice Is Only Half Of The Story
Barbara A. Gray, Pat Lauderdale (Author)
77-93
The displacement of traditional indigenous practices within American Indian communities has led to increased crime rates and disharmony. The first article argues for funding to restore ... more
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"Talking an Edgewalker’s View"
Sandi Loytomaki (Author)
94-103
This article explores two deeply personal journeys into cultural identity, ancestral healing, and the reclamation of Indigenous knowledge systems. The first narrative introduces the concept of ... more
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Ethnobotany and Culinary Pedagogy as a Community-Based Clinical Intervention Among Mexican Indians With Diabetes
Leslie Korn, PhD, MPH (Author)
104-132
This article explores the integration of ethnobotany and culinary pedagogy as a culturally grounded, community-based clinical intervention for diabetes among Indigenous peoples in western Mexico. ... more
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