cultural awareness eastern oklahoma region simeon gipson sheldon sankey
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CULTURAL AWARENESS
Eastern Oklahoma RegionSimeon GipsonSheldon Sankey
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Cultural Awareness Purpose
Broad look at some of the cultural values and behaviors that may be seen when working with Native American fire crews.
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Native Fire Use Use of fire in
traditional practices
Many Tribes and Tribal families have a history and tradition of wildland firefighting
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Remember as a IARR you represent the crews and the Government equally
To learn about the Tribal Culture you need to talk with the right people
o Elder Groupo Culture
Committeeo Tribal Councilo Medicine Mano Interpretero Hiring authoritieso Current AD pay
plan
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» As a courtesy, many remain neutral in others affairs
» Those who practice this courtesy expect it to be returned
» Hesitant to voice thoughts and opinions, sometimes even when asked
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Quietness or silence is a value Talking is done with purpose and is taken
carefully with deliberation This trait may also be displayed when one
is upset or uncomfortable Unfamiliar encounters and situations are
approached with caution It can be difficult to discern the reason for
an individuals silence, when in doubt remember to not make assumptions
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Traditional Sweatlodge
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Time is generally flexible and not structured in precise units. “Things happen when they are ready to happen.”
Strong orientation to the present, current task or immediate need
Patience demonstrates respect for the individual
TIME ORIENTATION
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Work is directed at a purpose and is done when it needs to be done
Busy work, or work without defined purpose moves against the grain of traditional values
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Native Americans tend to be practical minded
Experiential and observational learning are highly developed in traditional cultures
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A long standing and integrated orientation to the whole
Found in every aspect of Native American life
General discussions are not unusual, but the inherent privacy of the Tribe and individual must be respected
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Reverence or fear of certain animal and plant species
Leaving of offerings Prayer Ceremonies Interpatation of
random events as signs or omens, either good or bad
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To view the “Return to Tradition” or Traditional Uses of Fire” videos go to the BLM Youtube website or search https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUkkKEWFtrY Or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgxWG2XknJc