Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This book focuses on events before and after the International Non-Governmental Organization Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas that was held in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1977. Contributions by Chief Oren Lyons, John Mohawk, and Jose Barreiro document the struggle for self-determination and a new era of possibility for Native nations. Position papers, including "The Haudenosaunee Address to the Western World," present an insightful view of spiritual traditions going back thousands of years. A valuable historical, sociological, religious, and anthropological resource for college classes. Includes expanded end notes, index, and bibliography section. In a compelling and impassioned voice, Basic Call to Consciousness speaks for the basic rights of humankind and all our relations. Photos. Illustrations.
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Representatives of the Six Nation Iroquois delivered three position papers titled "The Haudenosaunee Address to the Western World" at a conference on "Discrimination Against the Indigenous Populations of the Americas" held in Geneva, Switzerland in 1977 hosted by Non-Governmental Organizations at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1977. This document is presented in its entirety. Contributions by John Mohawk, Chief Oren Lyons and Jos Barreiro give added depth and continuity to this important work.
Synopsis
A compelling critique of Western culture and an eloquent text on the rights of Indigenous nations, pesented here are three position papers delivered to the UN in Geneva, Switzerland in 1977. New contributions by John Mohawk, Chief Oren Lyons, and Jose Barreiro provide an overview on the struggle for self-determination before and since the Geneva meetings.