Indigenization Discourse in Social Work: International Perspectives

Foreword
References
Editors’ Note
Acknowledgments
Contents
About the Editors
Contributors
List of Figures
List of Tables
Chapter 1: Understanding Indigenous Social Work Education and Practice: Local and Global Debates
	Indigenization of Social Work: Conceptualization and Contemporary Debates
	Mapping Indigenous Social Work: From Internationalization to Localization
	Need for Indigenous Social Work
	Structure of the Book
	Part I: Indigenous Social Work: Multidimensional Perspectives (Chaps. 2, 3, 4, and 5)
	Part II: Indigenous Social Work: Curriculum and Pedagogy (Chaps. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13)
	Part III: Indigenous Social Work: Poiesis and Praxis (Chaps. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20)
	Part IV: Indigenous Social Work: Insights from Diverse Cultural Contexts (Chaps. 21, 22, 23 and 24)
	Insights and Features of This Book
	Concluding Remarks
	References
Part I: Indigenous Social Work: Multidimensional Perspectives
	Chapter 2: Decolonial Social Work from an Indigenous Perspective
		Decolonial Social Work from an Indigenous Perspective
		History of Indigenous Social Work
		Settler Colonialism and White Supremacy in Social Work
			Education
			Research
			Practice
		Decolonization
		Decolonial Social Work
			Education
			Research
			Practice
		Where Do We Go from Here?
		References
	Chapter 3: Acting with Intentional Dissent as Minorities: Opportunities and Challenges in the Higher Education
		Positionality
		What Is Dissent?
		Representing our Minorities as Educators
		Our Boundaries in Dissent
		We Represent in Dissent!
		Racism Within Dissent
		Challenges to Dissenting as a Minority in Higher Education
		Our Peers in Dissent
		Vulnerabilities and Challenges of Dissent
		Social Work and Dissent
		The Costs of Dissenting
		When Dissent Goes Well
		Why Do We Have to Dissent as Minorities?
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 4: Linking the Global Indigenous Landscape: A Social Work Sustainability Perspective with Co-production of Knowledge
		Introduction
		Indigeneity: A Cultural Logic
		Distinct Cultural Views
		Social Work Perspectives
		Co-production of Knowledge
		Collective Benefit
		Co-production of Knowledge and Social Work: Equity Matters
		A Social Work Sustainability Perspective
		Social Work Practice Implications
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 5: Georgian Social Work Development: From Micro to Macro Social Work Roles
		Introduction
		Conceptualization of Indigenous Social Work
		Heritage of the Soviet Union: Social System
		Formation of the Social Work Profession in Post-Soviet Georgia
		Importance of Leadership of Professional Association in the Development of Social Work Profession
		Indigenous Features of Social Work Education in Georgia
		Conclusion
		References
Part II: Indigenous Social Work: Curriculum and Pedagogy
	Chapter 6: Indigenizing the Social Work Curriculum: Why It Matters and How to Start?
		Introduction
		Social Work Education
		Preparation for Social Work Practice
			History
			Citizenship
			Cultural Identity
			Sovereignty
			Skills
			Values
			Field Placement
			Social Work Policy
			Social Work Research
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 7: Comparative Conceptions of Social Work: Context, Sources of Knowledge and the Professional Role in Scotland and Nigeria
		Introduction
		Scottish and Nigerian Student Project: Brief Introduction and Background
		Social Work Knowledge: International, Indigenous and Local
		Motivations, Perceptions and Indigenous Knowledge: The Influence of Context
		Concluding Comments
		References
	Chapter 8: Teaching Indigenous Social Work in Mainstream Social Work Education in Taiwan
		Introduction
		Indigenous Social Work Education Development in Taiwan
		Indigenous Social Work Curriculum in Taiwan
		Indigenous Social Work Curriculum in Other Countries
		Anti-racism Pedagogy and Indigenous Social Work Pedagogy
		Method
		The Foundational Knowledge of Indigenous Social Work Education
		Indigenous History and Historical Trauma
		Indigenous Worldview
		Anti-racism Perspectives
		Discrimination Brings Harm
		Indigenous Social Work Pedagogy in Mainstream Higher Education in Taiwan
			Through Connecting Past and Present to Better Understand Indigenous People’s Struggles
			Cultivating Empathy Through Intersectional Perspectives
			Inviting Both Indigenous and Nonindigenous Social Work Practitioners to Deliver Experiences
			Immersion Teaching Pedagogy
			Creating a Brave Space for Difficult Conversations
			Critical Analysis, Critical Reflection, and Empathy
		Discussion and Implications
		References
	Chapter 9: Integrating Indigenous Perspectives into International Social Work Education: A Case Study in Japan
		Introduction
		Terminology and Discourses Related to Indigenisation and Indigenous Knowledges
		Japan’s Historical and Social Context under Globalisation
		An Indigenous Perspective in the Japanese Context
		International Social Work Education in Japan 
		The Current Study
		Methods
		Findings
			Trial Classes and Reflection
			Classes Implemented and Reflection
		Discussion
			Positioning and Content of Indigenous Social Work Discourses in International Social Work Subjects
			Exploring the Significance of Learning Indigenous Social Work
			Another Perspective and Practice: Perceptions of Culture in the Japanese Context
		Limitations
		Conclusions
		References
	Chapter 10: Innovations in Social Work in Aotearoa New Zealand: Embedding Indigenous Wisdom Within Social Work Education and Practice
		Introduction
			Helene: Positioning Myself as Tangata Whenua
		The Māori and History of Aotearoa
		A Colonial Legacy and a Post-colonial Response
		Appreciating Māori Cultural Legacy and Wisdom Without Appropriating It: Restoring Social Work Practice and Education
		Conclusion: The Uniqueness of Aotearoa and Its Global Relevance
		References
	Chapter 11: Indigenous Social Work Education for the Global South
		Introduction
		Social Work Education in Global South: Issues and Challenges
		Indigenization of Social Work Education in Global South: A New Mission
		Envisioning the Framework of Indigenous Social Work Education: New Directions for Global South
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 12: Colonization, Racism, and Positionality in Social Work Education in Chile: Contemporary and Multilocal Perspectives
		Introduction and Context: Racism and Colonialism
		Positionality of Knowledge Among Indigenous Peoples and Nations
		University Experiences of Intercultural Education
		Experiences of Intercultural Education in Social Work
		Catherine from a Student Perspective: Experience as an International Student in Chile
		Gabriela from a Researcher Perspective: Ethnicity, Politics of Recognition, and Social Indigenous Issues
		Experience Teaching at a University in Wallmapu
		Discussion and Conclusion
		References
			Resource Document
	Chapter 13: Exploring a Decoloniality Perspective of Social Work Education in Malawi
		Introduction
		Social Work Training in Malawi
		A Description of the Decoloniality Perspective
		Curricula for Schools of Social Work in Malawi
			Year 1
			Year 2
			Year 3
			Year 4
			Practicum
		Conclusion and Recommendations
		References
Part III: Indigenous Social Work: Poiesis and Praxis
	Chapter 14: Indigenous Knowledge as a Resource in Social Work Practice: The Case of Bedouin Society
		Bedouin Society: An Overview
		Indigenous Knowledge and Social Work
		The Use of Indigenous Knowledge as a Resource
		The Ramifications of a Colonial Regime for Indigenous Peoples
			Eradication and Denigration of Indigenous Knowledge
			The Lack of Nutritional Security
			Institutional Control
		Methodology
			The Study Population
			The Research Team
			Data Gathering
			Data Analysis
			Ethics
		Findings
			Resolving Disputes within the Family
			Going Another Way
			Taqeel
			Wasset Kheer: A Positive Mediator
			Taweel: Temporary Separation
			“Whoever Does Not Have an Elderly Person Falls into an Abyss”: Indigenous Practices in Care of the Elderly
			Indigenous Justice
				Wjeh
				Atwa
				Jalw
		Discussion
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 15: Indigenous Practice of Social Work in Northeast India: Issues and Challenges
		Introduction
		Objectives
		Review of Literature
		Research Methods
		Results
			Understanding of Indigenous Community
			Various Issues in the Community
			Everyday Challenges in the Community
			Current Activities Carried Out by Indigenous Social Workers
			Peace Building Measures Among the Indigenous Communities
		Discussion
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 16: The Role of Malawi’s Indigenous Knowledge and Practices in Social Work Practice
		Introduction
		Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Social Work
		Social Work in Malawi: Indigenous Patterns and History of Social Welfare Practices
			Pre-colonial Malawi Social Welfare Practices
			Colonial Social Welfare System
			Post-independence and Contemporary Social Welfare and Social Work
		Case Studies of Indigenous Approaches in Malawi’s Social Work Practice
			Indigenous Women Child Caregivers Managing ‘Modern’ Child Care Centres
			Indigenous Solutions Making Children’s Corners Work for Communities
			How Kinship Care and Community Belief Systems Positively Influence Domiciliary Mental Health Care?
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 17: Resources for a Practice of Anti-discriminatory and Indigenous Social Work in the South of Spain from a Biographical Experience
		Introduction
		Theoretical Framework
			Critical, Anti-racist, and Indigenous Social Work
			Anti-racist Social Work and Social Work in Spain
		Methodology
		Results
			Racism and Violence in the South of Spain: The Life Experience of a Young Mestizo Man
		Knowledge of Available Social Resources and Other Necessary Resources
		Informal Networks
			Social Resources and the Anti-discriminatory Social Work Approach
				The University and Student Services
				Social Work Through Community Resources
				Social Work with the Immigrant Population Through Specialized Resources
		Discussion and conclusions
		References
	Chapter 18: Indigenizing Social Work with Older People in Africa: Issues, Trends, and Implications for Practice
		Introduction
		Contemporary Issues of Aging in Africa
			Poverty
			HIV/AIDS and Ill Health
			Weak Social Protection Systems
			Gender Inequalities
			Elder Abuse and Neglect
		Changing Trends in Sub-Saharan Africa
		Current Social Work Practice with Older People
		Toward Indigenized Gerontological Social Work Practice
			Dialogue, Negotiation, and Debate
			Modification of the Community Development Approach
			Empowerment and Emancipatory Practice
			Building Able and Active Communities
			Intergenerational Interventions
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 19: Social Work with Remote Indigenous Community in Indonesia: Policy, Service, and Practice
		Introduction
		Condition of Indigenous Community in Indonesia
		Social Policy for Remote Indigenous Community
		Social Service for Remote Indigenous Community
			Construction of Livable Houses
			Food Aid
			Help with Basic Household Appliances
			Work Equipment Assistance
			Social Guidance
			Job Skills Training
			Practice with Remote Indigenous Community: New Practice Horizon
		Conclusion
		References
	Chapter 20: Intercultural Health in Chilean Indigenous and Afro-Descendant Older People: Challenges for Culturally Relevant Social Work
		Background
		Indigenous Afro-Descendant People: Inequality Gaps
		Intercultural Health Policy: A Model for Diversity Discourse?
		Intercultural Health and Its Impact on Well-Being in Indigenous Communities: Factors for the Development of Indigenous Communities
		Interculturality in Health: Challenges for Social Work
		References
Part IV: Indigenous Social Work: Insights from Diverse Cultural Contexts
	Chapter 21: Embracing Cultural and Indigenous Approaches to Child Discipline: A Response to Corporal Punishment Outlawing in Zimbabwe
		Background
		Review of Literature
			Conceptualisation of Parenting
			Child Disciplining: A Brief Overview
			Common Parenting Styles
				Authoritarian Parenting Style
				Authoritative Parenting
				Permissive Parenting
				Neglectful Parenting
			Factors Contributing to Parenting Style
			Human Rights and Child Development Dimensions to Child Discipline
		Methodology
		Findings and Suggestions
			Indigenous Parenting Practices in Zimbabwe and the Southern African Region
				Positive Initiation Practices
				Folklore
				Traditional Men's Meetings
				Positive Traditional Child Care Practices
			Role of Religion and Spirituality
			Merging Indigeneity and Child Rights Perspectives: Bridging the Divide
		Conclusions and Policy Implications
		References
	Chapter 22: Alternative Childcare Arrangement in Indigenous Communities: Apprenticeship System and Informal Child Fostering in South East Nigeria
		Introduction
			Objectives
		Literature Review
		Materials and Methods
			Study Design and Area
			Sample Size and Implementation of the Study
			Data Collection Tool and Ethical Approval
			Data Analysis and Study Rigor
		Result
			Socio-demographic Characteristics of Study Participants
			Major Themes from the Findings
		Discussion
		Conclusion and Policy Implications
		References
	Chapter 23: Indigenous Social Work Practice: The Influence of Yoruba Concepts on Effective Intervention in Social Work Settings
		Introduction
		Yoruba People and Their Culture
		Concept of Yoruba Taboos and Superstitions
		Concept of Yoruba Cultural Practices
		Concept of Yoruba Values
		Family Togetherness in Yoruba Culture
		Theoretical Framework
		Methodology
		Results
		Discussion
		Conclusion
		Recommendation
		References
	Chapter 24: Inculcating Spirituality in Social Work Practice with Indigenous People in Zimbabwe
		Introduction
		Religion, Spirituality and Social Work
			Spirituality
			Religion
			Social Work
		Religiosity and Spirituality Among Indigenous People in Zimbabwe
		Importance of Spiritually Sensitive Social Work Practice with Indigenous Communities in Zimbabwe
		Readiness of Social Work Practitioners in Spiritually Sensitive Social Work Practice with Indigenous Communities in Zimbabwe
		Conclusions
		References
	Chapter 25: Interconnectedness and Cocreating Indigenous Social Work: Collaborative Approach and Future Directions for Sustainable Development
		Interconnectedness and Cocreating Indigenous Social Work: Cultural Competence and Collaborative Approaches
		Indigenous Social Work Education and Practice: Contextualizing the Sustainable Development Goals
		Way Foreword: The Future Directions of Indigenous Social Work
		References
Index