Aboriginal stuff Flashcards
Cultural continuity
The active practice and passing down of cultural, knowledge, traditions and beliefs from generation to generation
How does cultural continuity impact on wellbeing?
It helps the re-establishment and maintenance of wellbeing
Self determinantion
The rights of all people to pursue freely their economic, social and cultural development freely without outside interference
Complex system of knowledge
meaning that knowledge and skills are
based on interconnected social, physical, and spiritual understandings, and in turn, inform
survival and contribute to a strong sense of identity
Dimensions of wellbeing
Connection to body
Refers to the connection to the physical body and health in order to participate fully in all aspects of life
Connection to mind and emotions
The ability to effectively manage thoughts and feelings
Connections to family and kinship
Connection to the immediate and wider family groups as well as community
Connection to country
The traditional lands of a
particular language or cultural
group, both geographically and
the spiritual, emotional, and
intellectual connections to and
within it
Connection to culture
A strong sense of identity, values and tradition conneting the past present and future that drives behaviour and beliefs.
Connection to community
To wider social systems providing individuals and families the ability to connect with and support each other
Connection to spirituality and ancestry
Spirituality:
Connection all things,
shapes beliefs, values, and
behaviour. It guides knowledge
systems, culture, and.
life for Aboriginal people,
including connections to
ancestors, the past, the present and the future.
Ancestry:
Ancestors refer to a belief
that a family and community’s
ancestors are interconnected
with Creation spirits and
Country and watch over,
guide, and protect families and
communities in the physical
and spiritual world.
