Indigenous Methodology: An Ethical Systems Approach to Arts Based Work with Native Communities in the U.S

Publication date: Available online 25 May 2019Source: The Arts in PsychotherapyAuthor(s): Michelle NapoliAbstractGiven the context of colonialism, genocide and racism that surrounds Native communities in the U.S., this author suggests that arts-based practitioners consider an Indigenous methodology as an ethical and culturally respectful approach to the needs of Native people. In this article, the author describes Indigenous methodology, which includes a regard for Native sovereignty and critical analysis of systems that may still cause harm in Native community. The author also discusses excerpts and outcomes from applying an Indigenous methodology in collaboration with Native community along with further ethical considerations.
Source: Arts in Psychotherapy - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research