Section VI: Cultural Survival and Sustainable Futures
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2025
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May, S.
Smith, C.
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Smith, C.
Pollard, K.
Kanungo, A.K.
May, S.
López Varela, S.L.
Watkins, J.
Pollard, K.
Kanungo, A.K.
May, S.
López Varela, S.L.
Watkins, J.
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The Oxford Handbook of Global Indigenous Archaeologies, 2025 / Smith, C., Pollard, K., Kanungo, A.K., May, S., López Varela, S.L., Watkins, J. (ed./s)
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Claire Smith, Sally May
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This chapter introduces Section VI of this handbook. This section examines the concept of cultural survival, emphasizing the preservation of Indigenous cultural practices and identity amidst external pressures such as colonization, globalization, and environmental challenges. It highlights how cultural survival intersects with sustainable futures, exploring themes of autonomy, empowerment, and economic development through Indigenous-led initiatives and archaeological projects. Case studies include the Naga burial sites in India, the Kalinago heritage in Dominica, and the Zapatista movement in Mexico, which demonstrate how community-driven efforts foster cultural continuity while addressing global challenges. It analyzes heritage tourism projects in Mexico and Guatemala for perpetuating neocolonial agendas. It also discusses the urgency of safeguarding cultural heritage in Kiribati against rising seas. Finally, this section underscores the ongoing need for decolonization, representation, and collaboration in supporting Indigenous resilience and sustainable development.
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© 2025 Oxford University Press