Anti-Oppressive Practice and Reconciliation

Program Overview

This program delves into the history and present-day realities of oppression, focusing on the experiences of marginalized communities. It emphasizes the impact of colonialism in Canada and equips students with practical skills for working with Indigenous communities. The program's curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in settlement work, where they can apply their knowledge to support oppressed peoples.

Program Outline

Outline:

This program explores the concepts of oppression and oppressed peoples, encompassing both historical and contemporary perspectives. The program's curriculum is designed to equip students with practical knowledge that can be applied to settlement work practice models. It places significant emphasis on examining the legacy of colonialism in Canada and exploring how settlement workers can establish respectful connections with Indigenous communities and ways of being.