SWP 435 Lecture 1: introduction

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Social Work
• Course: SWP 435
• Professor: Bonnie Johnston

Document Summary

01. 17. 2018: foundational for communication, setting for healing, sharing, teaching, intervention, reflection, etc, represents the interconnectedness/interdependence of community, everything in the circle is valued, sacred, and equal, represents harmony, open-mindedness, flexibility, non-judgment, respect. Seven sacred teachings: also called the seven grandfather/grandmother teachings, honesty, truth, humility, respect, wisdom, courage, love, establishes the standards of conduct and communication between people. Terminology: aboriginal/indigenous are usually respectful terms and can be used interchangeably. Indian/native can be disrespectful when used by people outside of aboriginal culture (like the.