In this article, the author Lousie Amways (2007) explores the cultural beliefs, values and practices of indigenous people. She discusses how these systems have contributed to the sustainability of the culture and to their lives in general. Focusing on the needs of the children, she addresses the important role of the school in maintaining cultural values and practices. She further points out the need for support and respect for the people and a safe place in which to continue their cultural practices in a traditional society.  The article outlines the destructive influence of interaction with traditional society and advocates for the strengthening of culture. Her presentation on suggested strategies for the classroom in helping to build strong identity in the children as well as reinforcement activities to strengthen the culture gives insight into the existing challenges of the education system to meet the needs of different learning communities, especially the indigenous people.

http://www.louisesamways.com.au/pdf/CulturalValuesVsPractice.pdf

This organization is the brain child of the College of Education designed to generate research activities in Aboriginal education. Geared mainly towards the people of Saskatchewan, the center focuses on achieving success in the teaching and learning activities of that community. Through collective partnership of different stakeholders in education they aim to build a better united force within the community. Through the Centre’s course offerings and capacity training exercises it is hope that they will transform education and stimulate aspirations among Aboriginal people and let their voices be heard and understood across the wider landscape of society.

The site demonstrates its mandate with the provision of a wealth of resource material, up to date information on happenings in the region, photos, articles, research material and a host of other valuable information including links to various university programs and associations within the region.

http://aerc.usask.ca/decolonization.html#_ftn1

The website, Asia Indigenous Peoples CCMIN (Climate Change Monitory and Information Network) has as one of its partners, Indigenous Peoples’ Foundation for Education and Environment (I.P.F) that was officially launch in November 2005 to meet the needs of the indigenous community. The  aim of the group is to “best serve the need of its target communities particularly on issues of indigenous peoples’ education, self-determined development and customary land use and natural resource management.” The site provides a wealth of resources and articles which details of the policy changing efforts and case studies of unhealthy environmental practices. Overwhelming information on environmental and land issues can be examined as well as guides into capacity building exercises.

http://ccmin.aippnet.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=189&I

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This webpage is authored by the Department of Indigenous Affairs in the Government of Western Australia. It details the difference between aboriginal and mainstream culture as it relates to education, death and individualism. Lifestyle traditions are also discussed with additional links provided on Aboriginal kinship. From this site information can be gleaned on the uniqueness of aboriginal culture and heritage and provides visitor the unique opportunity of examining how simplicity, care and respect has governed their lifestyle and survival when compared to mainstream way of life.

http://www.dia.wa.gov.au/en/Heritage-and-Culture/Aboriginal-culture/Lifestyles-and-traditions/Aboriginal-culture-versus-Western-society/

This site Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) site details the offerings of a group of Christians who seek to share their love for Christ by reaching out and transforming isolated people. Using their skilled personnel and “out of the box” technology application they provide training in aviation and technology to indigenous people in many regions across the globe. Complete with resources such as news briefs, photos, videos and newsletters views are provided with exciting information about their work and accomplishments.  This site shows that there is hope for indigenous people as persons continue to bridge the distance of time and space with the use of technology to realize the hope for parity.

http://www.maf.org/page.aspx?pid=369

This site Cultural Survival has as its motto, Partnering with Indigenous Peoples to Defend their Lands, Languages and Cultures. The article presented on this particular link looks at “The internet and the indigenous people”. It was written by Jean Armour Polly who provided details on her contribution in getting The Oneida Indian Nation’s Territory on the Web. Information on the Oneida Indian Nation website and details on the happenings and experiences there paints a picture of hope in technology offering indigenous people the chance to have their voices heard.. The offering of a virtual tour and the opportunity to listen in on stories told in the native tongue were just a few of the things highlighted to show how much of an impact the computer and internet is having on the indigenous people. An excerpts of an interview conducted with native elders adds to the authenticity of the site as well as the accurate representation of the peoples story.

http://www.culturalsurvival.org/ourpublications/csq/article/standing-stones-cyberspace-the-oneida-indian-nations-territory-web

The Interinstitutional Consortium for Indigenous Knowledge (ICIK) , is located in the College of Education at The Pennsylvania State University. ICIK forms part of the global network of more than 20 indigenous knowledge resource centres in different parts of the world. The site facilitates communication and collaboration among communities. A wealth of information particularly oral traditions which form a key part of the indigenous peoples knowledge based have been properly documented and now provide answers to many of the world’s problems The site highlights the usefulness of documentation and recorded history to a globalized economy which offers a platform and launching pad for indigenous knowledge to once again rise to prominence . Globalization triggers large impacts and with sites such as ICIK, it is hoped that the resulting impact from this interaction will be positive. Te site has a rich resource base offering links to many articles and other resources, making this site an essential center of interest.

http://www.ed.psu.edu/icik/

This webpage is a part of the World Council of Churches website and in keeping with their mandate to reach the world and draw Christians together, they are intimately involved with the lives of all people from all walks of life. This article written by Raymundo Rovillos, looks at the issues that prompted change in the education system of the indigenous people. He looks what the attempts of globalization and colonization brought about  in the name of consolidated global power. He reveals evidence of educational inequalities which led to the marginalization of the indigenous people. The United Nations intervention is then highlight as the initiative that sparked hope in the people and encouraged them to regain their cultural origins and rights.

http://www.wcc-coe.org/wcc/what/jpc/echoes-16-02.html

The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) as the name suggest, focuses on the promotion of health and well-being of indigenous people. It is a non-profit organization geared towards achieving holistic development of indigenous people through individual and group/community support. The aim of the site is for knowledge sharing, thus empowering the people. Complete with links, publication, video, up to date news and other resources users will have a rich and rewarding experience once they have interacted with the cite offerings. Navigation is easy and the information provided offers guidance and help all disadvantaged groups

http://www.naho.ca/about/

The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) is a vision of the Australian Government. The website echoes the mission of the government to reduce the disadvantages faced by indigenous peoples in terms of schooling and education. By navigating the website, viewers are able to find details information on the many course offerings available, become aware of the different school help programs as well as see the many activities and resources available. Links to forums, news, articles and many other related topics are available.

http://www.deewr.gov.au/Indigenous/Schooling/Pages/default.aspx