Implementing “ethical space”: An exploratory study of Indigenous‐conservation partnerships

Conservation Science and Practice

Ngaio Hotte¹  William Nikolakis² 

[1] Department of Forest Resources Management Skeena Fisheries Commission British Columbia Canada;Faculty of Forestry University of British Columbia Vancouver British Columbia Canada;

关键词: conservation;    dialogue;    engagement;    ethical space;    governance;    Indigenous peoples;   

DOI  :  10.1111/csp2.580

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Abstract An “ethical space” approach is conceptualized as one way to balance asymmetrical power and respectfully engage diverse worldviews in Indigenous‐conservation partnerships. However, published literature offers little insight into how ethical space is implemented in practice. Using a literature review and interviews, we identify two key traits and two sub‐traits of creating ethical space: engagement, and the two sub‐traits of dialogic processes and principles, and the trait of introspection and reflection. Engagement involves interactions between Indigenous peoples and conservation organizations, often through dialogic processes to build learning and trust. Principle‐based engagement must focus on empowering Indigenous ownership over conservation work. Creating a space for introspection and reflection can deconstruct colonial hierarchies and unequal power dynamics and allow Indigenous‐led approaches to take root.

【 授权许可】

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