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    Australian Indigenous Rights

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    system for indigenous australians. East Sydney‚ NSW‚ Australia: The Australian Youth Foundation. Broome‚ R. (1982). Aboriginal Australians: black response to white dominance 1788-1980. North Sydney‚ NSW: George Allen & Unwin Australia Pty Ltd. Chesterman‚ J.‚ & Galligan‚ B. (1997). Citizens without rights: Aborigines and Australian citizenship. London‚ England: Press Syndicate of the University of Cambridge. Chesterman‚ John. (2001): Defending australia ’s reputation how indigenous Australians

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    Manobo The name Manobo came from Minovo or Minobo which means “person” or “people.” This tribe can be found in Agusan‚ Bukidnon and Cotabato in Mindanao. The tribe is noted for their colorful attire. Aside from this‚ they adorn their bodies with accessories made of seeds‚ shells and crocodile teeth. The original native Manobos are fond of chewing betel nuts. They also have tattoos on their bodies. Tiruray The Tiruray live in Maguindanao‚ Sultan Kudarat and Cotabato. Tiruray came from the words

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    Jamaica Short Story

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    JORGE One night in Jamaica‚ a warm breeze rustled the trees‚ they seemed to whisper to him. As night fell‚ he watched the sun set and tried to count the stars. Jorge sat watching as the stars appeared in the sky. He couldn’t count‚ so high and decided and closed his eyes. Jorge leaned his head back into his palms and sighed. He was sprawled out on the cool grass. He patted his dog beside him. It would soon be time for dinner and he must go in and help his grandmother prepare the family meal

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    In 1831 right after the Christmas celebration the slaves in Western Jamaica rose up in rebellion. This revolt is known to many though maybe varying in names it is none the less the same revolt in 1831. Popularly called the Christmas Uprising- due to the time of year it occurred‚ the Sam Sharpe Rebellion- named after the main instigator of the 1831 revolt‚ the Baptist War- they were thought to be the one who influenced the Africans into starting the revolt ;or rather simply the Great Jamaican Slave

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    | Jamaica’s National Heroes Published Nov 20‚ 1995 | Jamaica’s National Heroes dared to challenge the institution of colonialism and in so doing changed the course of Jamaica’s history giving social and political freedom to its people. Today‚ the statues of Jamaica’s seven National Heroes stand in proud acknowledgment‚ in the National Heroes Park in Kingston where they are viewed with inspiring pride‚ unforgettable symbols of Jamaica’s enduring strength.PAUL BOGLE birth date uncertain-died

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    Indigenous Sacred Ways

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    Storytelling is very important in indigenous cultures. Traditions are passed down orally through the generations. Stories include an explanation of the genesis of the earth and members of the tribes place in the universe. Some tribe histories have been lost because the entire tribe was killed by war and disease. Drumming is believed to bring to people close to the unseen powers. In some tribes it is believed that these storytellers have the ability to speak to the spirits‚ ancestors and Supreme

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    While a variety of factors have shaped the diversity of Indigenous Australian philosophy and practices across the Australian continent‚ one of the central characteristics of the Aboriginal worldview is the concept of the ‘Dreaming’. Outline some of the key aspects of this belief system and reflect on this in comparison to your own worldview. The Dreaming laid down the path for the Aboriginal way of life‚ and it dictates their knowledge‚ faith‚ law‚ behaviour and societal customs. In Australia‚ there

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    Since there is limited healthcare and access traditional healing is common. In indigenous communities prayer is one form of healing. There are also curanderos or shamans who are native and heal with prayer along with medicinal plants. People usually go to shamans or use traditional medicines if they start feeling sick. This is mainly due to the culture‚ lack of money‚ transportation and their location. They are located in rural areas that are far from any healthcare facilities. The hospital is rarely

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    Introduction Jamaica is a beautiful Caribbean Island located in the North America continent. I chose Jamaica as my country because thats where my father is from. It is important to me to learn about my country. Jamaica is known for the beaches‚ spicy food and reggae music. However‚ this country is known for having a homicide rate (36.1: 100‚000)‚ which makes this country the top-five highest (per capita) homicide rates in the world. ( Jamaica 2017 Crime & Safety Report). Despite the negative aspects

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    When one hears about Jamaica or even imagines Jamaica the Sandals commercial pops in their head. Well actually more along the lines of a reggae concert‚ the artist on stage singing an oldie‚ men and women alike‚ some with a cup in their hand‚ just dancing and singing along with the music. More than likely in an open field or on the beach‚ bringing nature and music into one being. For me‚ Jamaica is more than just a place of tourism or the stereotypical ganja and Bob Marley‚ its home‚ its peace and

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