About
Indigenous Studies offers vital insights into diverse aspects of the human experience across cultures, disciplines, time periods, and geographic contexts. The field is largely composed of context-specific case studies, each developing theories within distinct geographical, cultural, or disciplinary frameworks. As a result, it can be challenging to remain informed about the breadth of research and perspectives across Indigenous Studies as a whole.
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The Indigenous Studies Discussion Group (ISDG) is a monthly forum that brings together scholars, students, and practitioners to engage with Indigenous Studies from around the world. Through presentations, panel discussions, and shared readings, the group fosters critical dialogue and interdisciplinary exchange. This format aims to connect individuals at the University of Cambridge who work with, engage in, or have an interest in Indigenous Studies, encouraging collaboration and mutual learning across fields.
The ISDG is supported by the Cambridge Heritage Research Centre and the Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CRASSH).
Mission
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To promote scholarship by and about Indigenous Peoples across disciplines and geographies as a regular and visible part of the intellectual life of the University of Cambridge.
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To foster the sharing and discussion of ideas and insights related to Indigenous Studies across peoples, disciplines, time periods, and geographic contexts.
Terminology
While the term Indigenous is used in the group’s title for brevity, the Discussion Group seeks to engage with topics relating to communities who identify in diverse ways, including but not limited to First Nations, Adivasi, Aboriginal, Native Nations, Scheduled Tribes, Autochthonous peoples, and others.
