South Pacific Islander Cultural Practices That Represent Social Systems

Kava plays a very important role for traditional inhabitants of Pohnpei . Kava is used to bring peace to this Island. Although Christianity has denounced the uses of kava those who have converted do take part in the ceremonies but may not drink the fluid. One reason People of Pohnpei drink kava is “It is said that if you drink kava you can no longer be mad” (Ward 2005) . Kava was used many times in the book. Often it was used for celebration .Once during a feast when a Pohnpei man left out

In our world today, Tattoo is a form of art displayed on the skin. In many countries, tattoos symbolize different meanings, but in America, tattoo has lost its true meaning and is being performed on a daily basis. In our society today, tattoos are becoming more of a trend. For instance, people are getting flowers such as a rose being a popular one, tattooed on them. Currently nowadays, people are getting anything tattooed that interests them and it is losing its significance. Back in Samoa, a small little cultural country, traditional Samoan Tattoos are something that are considered sacred and have true meaning behind it. The artwork and designs go beyond being skin deep. In every Samoan tattoo, there are history and deep meanings behind each and every one. It takes a lot of hard work to earn in order in having the honors to receive the Samoan tattoo. Not only is the Samoan Tattoo a form of beautiful art, but it also resembles respect, loyalty, honor, community, and the growth of accomplishment in a person. It is not like in America where getting a tattoo done is easy and your own decision, the Samoan culture takes a lot of pride and courage into doing so.

As Beard recognizes, "Native peoples often serve as reminders of a place, an occasion, or, most often a mythic past, and they are expected to perform that identity in the present" (494), what this quote speaks to is a kind of conspicuous performance, a social construction of Aboriginal peoples that pivots around a variety of stereotypes and systemic racism. Writing from the position of a pre-service secondary English language arts (ELA) teacher, my motivations in this paper involve using Marilyn Dumont 's poetry as a way to address Beard 's concerns, "[building students '] capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect" (Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, 7), while simultaneously teaching them how to analyse poetry. More specifically, Dumont 's series of beading poems, in her collection The Pemmican Eaters, provides an opportunity to engage high school students in a discussion around the significance of cultural practices, while at the same time revisiting the interplay of Canadian histories, both Aboriginal and colonial. At the same time, I will also describe Dumont 's use of irony, which Andrews explains as a cultural ethos that is a unique element of Plains peoples’ Indigenous art (3). Introducing this uniquely First Nations brand of irony to students may work to give life to Aboriginal culture, bringing "Native peoples . . . [out] of the mythic past" (Beard, 494) and into the present. Finally, the act of beading itself ties directly to

The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down is a story about the Lee family and their daughter Lia who was suffering from seizures. The Lee family was the minority in this situation and the government affected the Lee family by not having cross-cultural programs in use, however because of what the Lee family went through they ended up affecting the government by becoming an inspiration for the implementation of cross-cultural programs.

The development of partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Striate Islander people within a workplace or organisation, is a process that is to be developed with thought and consideration.

Polynesian (Greek: ‘poly’ = many, ‘nēsoi’ = islands) is the predominant culture of the South Pacific region. Of many Polynesian cultures, the most famous is Hawaiian. Polynesian traditions evolved differently on other islands over the centuries, due to the isolation imposed by great distances between them.

The Hmong culture is one of proud people who fend for them selves. The Hmong people take great pride in raising their children. Their people have resisted assimilation and change throughout their history. The new language, culture and just functioning in daily life in America was a challenge to the Hmong community.

The Hmong Culture is very interesting. Approximately 25,000 Hmong reside in Fresno, California. In the Hmong culture the men must pay a price for their wives. Usually the price for a bride often ranges from $3,000 to $10,000. Traditionally, the groom’s side of the family must go to the bride’s home and ask her parents for permission to be wed. After both sides reach an agreement, then the next day a feast is held to celebrate their engagement.

b. Waiwai loa ke kalo i ka poʻe Hawaiʻi. He meaʻai ke kalo, a o ke kalo ke kuaʻana o na kanaka Hawaiʻi.

There are 54 ethnic groups in our country, but I think the Hmong has the most special traditions, the unique costume, and cultural festivals. So today I am going to talk about the Hmong. They have a population of about one a half million, accounting for about 8% of the population in Viet Nam. They live in the mountainous regions in the North like Lao Cai, Lam Dong, Ha Giang, ... some people of the group living overseas: Laos, Thailand, China, .. because of their history of migration and their origins, mostly why they work for their ancestors. The Hmong divided into several groups: White Mong, Black Mong, Red Mong, Green Mong, ...and they live in harmony. They live in warm and comfortable bungalows, there is plenty of room to stay. The Hmong

Hawaii Culture I chose Hawaiian culture because when people thing of Hawaii a lot of times we think hula skirts, hula dancers, or the beach. I had this image of dancers and a tropical get away. I am interested in the background of their culture and the different traditions that get Hawaii to where it is today. I have been asking myself many questions such as: Who founded or first landed in Hawaii?

Douglas, G. (2010) Social and Cultural Meanings of Tolerance: Immigration, Incorporation and Identity in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, Vol. 36, No. 1, pp. 125-148.

Samoan culture plays a large part in the lives of those with Samoan heritage. Samoan culture is kept strong in a Samoan house hold by keeping the culture alive. This is done by keeping family unity, the art of traditional tattooing, and eating traditional foods and cooking traditional ways.

Samoa has been around for many centuries dating as far back as 3000 years ago according to researchers and scientists. Throughout the years, the Samoan culture has gained a various amount of influence under the ruling of the U.S., the U.K., Germany and also New Zealand before it became its own independent state. To this very day, the old style traditions and values of Samoa are still practiced on a daily basis. Whether it be practicing religion, or relying on agriculture as one of their main resources for food and currency. Upholding ones values is extremely important as well as respecting the role separations, religious beliefs and following a strict chain of power to the people of Samoa.

The Purpose of this report is to understand the culture and values of New Zealand culture in terms of their living condition, behaviour, society, aspect, ethics, rules, regulations, greetings, treating, food and environment. I will be focusing on the main cultures of New Zealand as it is a multi cultural society.