I firmly believe all human beings should be treated in an accepting and dignified manner. Which is why I brought up in our last staff meeting, that calling a First Nations woman a “dirty squaw” is offensive and should not be tolerated especially in a group home where individuals should feel safe and supported. For this reason, I think the group home should inform all residents and staff on why this behaviour needs to change. Educating others on the harmful effects of calling First Nations women “dirty squaws” will eliminate negative stereotypes, empower First Nations women to feel comfortable with their identity, and teach others who will hopefully explain to future generations that this discrimination needs to stop. Teaching others in the group home will not only help Indian women within the home, but also Indian women all over who need others to advocate for them.
By understanding the stereotypes and assumptions that Indian women face on a daily basis, we will be able to understand how they feel when they are put into either the princess or squaw category. We can see how they are constantly being controlled by others in order to please the dominant society standards (CBC Ideas 14). Sadly, by satisfying society, First Nations women are objectified in ways that make them feel as they are no longer …show more content…
This will demonstrate that we are putting in the effort to change the way people view First Nations women. By explaining to others that assumptions about First Nations women is unacceptable and hurtful, Native women will begin to feel that they are a part of society rather than an outsider. It will also initiate the healing process for many Indian women who have conformed to society’s standards for so long (Chrystos 311). Therefore, by educating others, First Nations women will be able to love themselves and their
By understanding the stereotypes and assumptions that Indian women face on a daily basis, we will be able to understand how they feel when they are put into either the princess or squaw category. We can see how they are constantly being controlled by others in order to please the dominant society standards (CBC Ideas 14). Sadly, by satisfying society, First Nations women are objectified in ways that make them feel as they are no longer …show more content…
This will demonstrate that we are putting in the effort to change the way people view First Nations women. By explaining to others that assumptions about First Nations women is unacceptable and hurtful, Native women will begin to feel that they are a part of society rather than an outsider. It will also initiate the healing process for many Indian women who have conformed to society’s standards for so long (Chrystos 311). Therefore, by educating others, First Nations women will be able to love themselves and their