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Start Date:12/2/2020 Start Time:11:00 AM EST Duration:60 minutes Abstract:
Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit – The importance of family connections and traditions, traditional laws and values for wellness
Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) describes Inuit historical worldview. Inuit base their worldview on four interconnected laws or maligait which include 1) working for the common good, 2) maintaining balance and harmony, 3) respecting all living things, and 4) continually planning and preparing for the future. Elders describe maligait (natural laws) as the most fundamental laws entrenched in Inuit society. Inunnguiniq (evidence-based parenting/child rearing) is the most important of these laws. It is the process of socialization and education of children. Inunnguiniq translates to "the making of a human being." The cultural expectation is that every child will become capable so they are assured a good life.
Inunnguiniq is a shared responsibility by a group of people connected to a child. They are responsible for building a child's character and instilling essential beliefs and values and about being respectful in the world. This is a holistic child development approach. It ensures strength in the attitude, skill development, thinking, and behaviour of a child. For those connected with a child, they are expected to nurture, protect, observe, and create a path in life uniquely fitted to that child. These connections may be family, as well as non-blood family. Tuqurausiq or naming practices links a child to a deceased relative or family friend. Through the name, the child takes on the relationships of his/her namesake. The result is the child is supported by the broadest possible network of
relationships.
Entrenching IQ beliefs and principles within a child's everyday activities is essential. For an Inuk child to thrive they must be anchored in Inuit traditions and connections.
IFCO 2020 Organizing Partners:
International Foster Care Organisation
Child Welfare League of Canada
Youth in Care Canada
Canadian Association of Social Workers
Centre for Research on Children and Families
Canadian Foster Family Association
Équipe de recherche sur le placement et l’adoption
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Speakers Christine Lund – Paktuutit Inuit Women of Canada I hold the role of Senior Policy Advisor with Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada. My portfolio includes the implementation of the Engagement Protocol Agreement between ESDC and Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada. In addition, I provide policy advice on files pertaining to and impacting Inuit Women and their children. In my role with Pauktuutit, it is my hope to continue to be a proactive ally and co-resister with Inuit women and their families helping to create opportunities for change on a national scope.
In September 2019, I moved from Tungasuvvingat Inuit over to Pauktuutit to apply my knowledge and experience gained from my 15 years with TI, both on the front line with families and children and in policy development and research. The knowledge gained involved; needs assessments, community engagement, evaluation, research, policy analysis, and regulation development on provincial and national levels on issues relating to children, youth, and families.
I grew up in Iqaluit Nunavut and I have indigenous ancestry (from Quebec). Much of my cultural knowledge and understanding of Inuit traditional practices was gained through teachings from community elders of Iqaluit and Apex. I am from a large family of 9. Several of my siblings and family members are Nunavumiut (Inuit from Nunavut). I have 3 grown children and 6 grandchildren. When not working I enjoy activities with my family, connection to the land, and working on traditional women’s crafts.
 Rachel Gouin Rachel holds a PhD in Education from McGill University and a Masters in Political Management from Carleton University. An entrepreneurial non-profit leader, Rachel is known for rallying people to a common cause. She most recently served as Director of Research and Public Policy with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, where she advocated for the health and well-being of children and youth and raised millions for innovative programs. Rachel has extensive experience in government relations, fundraising, and partnerships. |
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