The Power of Definition: Brazil's Contribution to Universal Concepts of Indigeneity

French, Jan Hoffman

doi:10.2979/indjglolegstu.18.1.241

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“…Indigeneity, one of the questions at stake in this volume, is "the state or quality inherent to an Indigenous group-or individual[-]that exemplifies their position as an original people who inhabit and were born, or produced naturally, in a given land or region, including their descendants and relations thereof " (Tlakatekatl, 2014). French (2011) appears to concur with this definition: "Just as the imbrications of global and local reveal transnational and translocal connections between international and local identities, it is critical that anthropologists not be dismissive of Indigenous as an identity simply imposed from above, but rather as a process of self-identification" (p. 256). As French notes, such a view serves to valorize the long-term struggles of many "unquestionably Indigenous peoples in the eyes of the world" to decide their own fate-or identity-and to gain political autonomy, while at the same time recognizing the right of relative "newcomers" to indigeneity (so to speak) to self-identify as Indigenous.…”

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Introduction: The Politics of Language from Multiple Perspectives: Latinidad and Indigenidad

Coronel-Molina¹

2017

Chiricú Journal: Latina/o Literatures, Arts, and Cultures

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The field of politics of language intersects with language policy and planning, language of politics, language politics, language revitalization, linguistic rights, language laws, and language regimes. 1 This means that politics of language cannot be completely separated from the above-mentioned fields, since they are interconnected in various ways. In addition, it is fundamental to delve into the notion of politics of language not only from disciplinary and multidisciplinary angles, but also from interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary perspectives.The politics of language takes place in a mosaic of contexts constituted by real and virtual communities of speakers, and in diverse communicative events and discursive practices. It can be grounded in any number of disciplines and fieldsincluding sociology, political theory, political science, history, linguistics, sociolinguistics, identity politics, gender politics, sociology of language, literature, critical discourse analysis, the semiotics, pragmatics and semantics of political discourses, political economy, linguistic anthropology, philosophy, raciolinguistics, translingualism, folklore, communication and media studies (print and digital), language education, literacy studies-as well as in a wide range of creative works and semiotic resources, such as in iconicity and imagery. Methodologically speaking, the politics of language is studied qualitatively and quantitatively, though the dominant research paradigm is the qualitative approach.Political speeches and political discourses-with both a capital D and a small d (Gee, 2012)-intersect with discourses that are linguistic, cultural, gender, power, identity, ideological, scientific, or economic in nature. Orality, translinguality, interdiscursivity, transdiscursivity, intertextuality, and transtextuality are considered cornerstones for understanding and defining the politics of language from 1. For further information on the politics of language in the United States, see del Valle (2013);

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Introduction: The Politics of Language from Multiple Perspectives: Latinidad and Indigenidad

Coronel-Molina¹

2017

Chiricú Journal: Latina/o Literatures, Arts, and Cultures

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“…ACHPR & IWGIA, (2005) emphasises that indigeneity should be a broader reference than merely 'who came first' by which to analyse inequalities and suppressions and to overcome human rights violations. Brazil has been leading the broadening of the definition of 'indigenous' to be inclusive of those populations who used to be assimilated as the state's general public (French, 2011). The Brazilian government has recognised more than 40 new 'tribes' in the northeast region in the past few decades.…”

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Researcher Positionality in Participatory Action Research for Climate Justice in Indigenous Communities

Kitagawa

2023

International Journal of Qualitative Methods

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This paper discusses researcher positionality in the studies of indigenous communities in the context of the Transforming Universities for a Changing Climate project. The paper is specifically associated with the project’s participatory action research strand, which aims to design and implement interventions relating to mitigation and adaptation to climate change, involving local communities and universities in the countries. Despite an increase in the number of social scientists engaging in climate-change-related research, discussion on researcher positionality is still limited. The paper intends to fill this gap by analysing the empirical data collected from partner researchers who were asked about their own positionalities. Utilising the ‘four hyphen-spaces’ framework proposed by Cunliffe and Karunanayake, the paper identifies commonalities and variations in terms of the researchers’ reflections on their positionalities. The paper concludes by addressing the complex aspects of ‘insiderness’ that have implications for participatory action research.

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“…She argues that autochthony refers to exclusive rights to persons, whereas Indigenous peoples at the international and national levels have been fighting for inclusion in governance as a way to advance human rights. Some scholars have argued that claims to indigeneity are claims to justice, based on historical injustice 149. Indigeneity has taken on global dimensions and goes beyond vague 'belonging' to a focus on social relations and land at the very centre of communal identity 150.…”

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Who is Indigenous in Africa? The Concept of Indigeneity, its Impacts, and Progression

Werner

2023

Millennium: Journal of International Studies

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The notion of indigeneity has risen to political prominence as Indigenous peoples have fought for recognition of their rights. When the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples was passed in 2007, it represented a transformative moment, despite its flaws. The meaning of the term Indigenous has been transformed by these international events and identifying as Indigenous is increasingly seen as positive. However, Indigenous peoples in certain regions of the world, specifically Africa and Asia, were late to the conversation. As a result, how the term Indigenous is understood and utilised in these regions remains a work in progress. This article explores the progression and impact of the term in Africa specifically, highlighting its unique effects, importance, and the ongoing struggles of Indigenous peoples on the continent.

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The Power of Definition: Brazil's Contribution to Universal Concepts of Indigeneity

Abstract: This article builds on discussions about the potential benefits and

Cited by 7 publications

References 22 publications

Introduction: The Politics of Language from Multiple Perspectives: Latinidad and Indigenidad

Introduction: The Politics of Language from Multiple Perspectives: Latinidad and Indigenidad

Researcher Positionality in Participatory Action Research for Climate Justice in Indigenous Communities

Who is Indigenous in Africa? The Concept of Indigeneity, its Impacts, and Progression

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