CRMN 3401U – Indigenous Peoples and Justice

This course will focus on the experiences of Indigenous peoples and justice in Canada and Turtle Island (North America) and around the world using a decolonizing lens that prioritizes and privileges the voices of Indigenous scholars, activists, and allies. Specific topics that will be explored include but are not limited to: systemic and institutional racism; environmental justice; racial profiling; over-incarceration; treaty breaking; residential schools; conditions on reserves and the remote northern territories; and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Criminal justice policy reforms based on Indigenous principles such as sentencing circles and Family Group Conferences will be examined. Students will be introduced to Indigenous justice systems, with attention given to different Indigenous nations’ and communities’ approaches. This course will highlight Indigenous activism, resilience, and power.
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0
Prerequisite(s): 3rd year standing in Criminology & Justice