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Killing the Wittigo

Indigenous Culture-Based Approaches to Waking Up, Taking Actions, and Doing the Work of Healing

Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how … 271 View
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Introduction

From: Killing the Wittigo

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In the introduction to her book, Suzanne Methot speaks directly to the reader, explaining why she wrote the book, and what she hopes people will gain from reading it. 8 $0.80 Add
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Identity and Control

From: Killing the Wittigo

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In this chapter, Methot discusses the process of forming one’s own identity, particularly how colonialism and racist rhetoric impacts this process for young indigenous people. She offers a … 20 $2.00 Add
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Isolation, Disconnection, Reconnection

From: Killing the Wittigo

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In this chapter, Methot describes the extinct to isolate and dissociate after experiencing trauma, and what this behaviour can look like. She provides advice for how to reconnect with yourself, … 26 $2.60 Add
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Symbolic and Discursive Violence in Media Representations

Portrayals of Indigenous and Muslim Youth in the Canadian Press

From: Everyday Violence in the Lives of Youth

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Topics in this chapter include: Situating Muslim and Indigenous youth in the media landscape. This chapter includes stories from both Muslim and Indigenous young people regarding their portrayal … 32 $3.20 Add
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Families and Relationships

From: Killing the Wittigo

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In this chapter, Methot discusses how colonialism and residential schools continue to create hardhships for indigenous communities. Methot provides a guide to navigate difficult emotions, … 38 $3.80 Add
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Youth Prevention and Early Intervention

From: Beyond Shelters

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Discusses the fight against youth homelessness with particular emphasis on strategies to combat Indigenous youth homelessness in Winnipeg. 19 $1.90 Add
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Culture and Spirit

From: Killing the Wittigo

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In the final chapter of her book, Methot discusses indigenous spiritual and cultural practices, and how these practices can support the process of healing. 27 $2.70 Add
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Invocation, Acknowledgements, Resources

From: Killing the Wittigo

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This segment includes an invocation, helpful resources for indigenous youth, citations, and acknowledgements. 16 $1.60 Add