sinaakssin
picture-writing protocol as Indigenous methodology
by dr. linda manyguns

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sinăăkssin is grounded in cultural practice and insists on writing about research from an Indigenous perspective, focusing on the theme of Indigenous communication methods and emphasizing that culture is alive and capable of influencing research in a good way. active applications are guided by traditional protocol and informed by symbolic methodologies from the old ways, animating and disrupting the research process to open a respectful bridge that enables the Okaki otapi'ksi to modify the housing crisis depicted in storied form. the symbolic/storied housing replication challenges the tenets of research by creating unique, culturally informed housing models designed to promote building strong families. critical to the application of Indigenous research methodologies process, Indigenous communications methods are a significant, forgotten part of Indigenous knowledge that has not been explored as an Indigenous research method. Using Indigenous symbols as communication tools for research and applying Indigenous protocols bring people respectfully together. that respect enables the contribution of ancient knowledges to correct the current misalignment in society with Indigenous ways of living. sinăăkssin is a purposive application of humility and humbleness. written in lowercase, it resists conforming to colonial forms of writing and helps distinguish authentic Indigenous knowledge. this book's perspective is relevant to each Indigenous studies courses or teachings about Indigenous cultures, demonstrating the marvelous opportunities we can develop by using some of the oldest communication tools to juxtaposition Indigenous and non-indigenous interfaces.

www.lindamanyguns.com

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"The storyboarding methodology shared in Sinaakssin, transforms the reader to that of an engaged participant. Through the use of symbols and story, Elders apply their experience to the contemporary social issue of housing in First Nations communities. The housing models that emerge, reveal a complexity of relationships – embedded in tradition – that re-imagine community capacity. As Dr. ManyGuns guides the reader through the process of model development, learners are provided with a “front-row seat” to the ‘doing’ of Indigenous research methodology." — Catherine Prowse, PhD, Adjunct Professor of Anthropology, Mount Royal University & University of Calgary

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linda manyguns has a ba in sociology, an ma in criminology, a law degree, and a phd. in every class for every degree, linda wrote her papers on Indigenous people. linda is a member of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Siksika Nation, Mootokiiks, and Beaver women. linda lives with two cats—blue and blazie—and is semi-retired, with nine grandchildren who live close by

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