KHADKA
Dr. Khadka is from a culture with a very different style of communication. What do you notice about his style?
How do you think his identity and history helped open communication channels for him in the village, allowing him to understand the culture?
What were the major components of the conflict transformation model? What strengths do you see/notice?
Compare and contrast the justice system in your culture with the one Dr. Khadka describes.
What did you think of the restorative model for engaging in the transforming of culture? How is it different from retributive model generally used in the United States?
What did you notice about the role of gender, caste, and religion assigning roles and determining patterns of interaction? Compare this to what you see in your country.
REIMER
What are the key historical factors supporting the building of relationships between indigenous communities and settlers from Briton and France? What were the strengths and difficulties?
What is an identity conflict? What were the identity conflicts reviewed? What was the role of the Indian Act?
How are they working to find a shared future?
Ceremonies are key mechanisms in both communities. In Nepal, the ceremonies and rituals are key in creating relationships and building bridges that support the resolving of conflicts. In Canada, ceremonies are important for bringing people together, sharing culture, and creating identity. Why do you think the Canadian government tried to take away the right to engage in ceremonies? What do you think the impact would be?
SIENKIEWICZ
What are the major issues refugees face in the context of global migration?
Why are people migrating? What are the safety issues while moving across countries and within the refugee camps?
What surprised or upset you the most?
What are the issues faced by refugees when they are resettled? What kind of losses have they faced?
What resources and support do they need at a local level? Are there government resources are available? If so, what are those?
Are there special concerns that women and children face?
