Reframing New Frontiers for Indigenous Peoples

Authors

Hilary N. Weaver, University at Buffalo (SUNY)Follow

Keywords

Indigenous, Native American, colonization, frontier

Abstract

This paper examines colonial and Indigenous perspectives on frontiers. The United States context is used to further focus on the historic impact of the frontier on Native Americans. This is followed by a discussion of how boundaries and frontiers might be reframed in more balanced ways that respect the sovereignty of Indigenous nations. Examples are presented from child welfare and casino gaming to illustrate contemporary interactions across boundaries.

Recommended Citation

Weaver, Hilary N. (2015) "Reframing New Frontiers for Indigenous Peoples," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 42: Iss. 3, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.3918
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol42/iss3/3