The Indigenous Nation Building Glossary

Rigney, Compton, Bignall, and Cornell have gathered a wide range of leading observers and practitioners to fashion a compendium of concepts and frameworks germane to Indigenous Nations’ advancing their collective priorities. As good academic glossaries do, its entries open doors to intricate domains and provide roadmaps to broader literatures. As a first-of-its-kind lexicon, it glosses a remarkable moment of resurgence, helping to share a common language about the moves Indigenous communities are making toward flourishing. As an open-access reference, it is a gift. * Jonathan Taylor, Research Fellow at the Project on Indigenous Governance and Developmen *
Indigenous societies are becoming increasingly interconnected by exchanging stories on rebuilding our Nations. This book provides a fresh start to creating a common understanding in sharing our lessons and communicating them to the world. * Jaime A. Pinkham (Nez Perce), Senior Advisor, Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission *
This outstanding book provides inspiration and practical guidance to Indigenous communities looking to (re)build their Nations and chart a brighter future for future generations. * Damien Miller (Gangulu), Executive Director, Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity *
Every generation needs a connection to their cultural teachings, beliefs, and values, relevant to their circumstances. The beauty of Indigenous beliefs and ways of life, once we return there, is that our strength lies there and will always get us through. Nation rebuilding is no different. This book connects and completes that circle of learning. * Sophie Pierre, Ktunaxa Elder and Former Chief *