Indigenous peoples

Race and Ethnicity in North American Society: A Sociological Perspective

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Immigration and the American Dream: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction on Race and Ethnicity in North America Race and ethnicity are among the most enduring and controversial dimensions of North American society. Both concepts are deeply rooted in the continent’s colonial past and continue to shape its modern social structures, cultural identities, and political discourses. From the colonization of Indigenous lands to the transatlantic … Read more

Indigenous Peoples of North America: Social Change and Challenges

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Native American Communities: Culture, Inequality and Resistance – A Sociological Perspective

Introduction The Indigenous peoples of North America—comprising Native American tribes in the United States, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada, and diverse groups across Alaska and Greenland—possess deep-rooted histories that long predate European colonization. Their societies were built upon intricate systems of kinship, governance, spirituality, and ecological balance. However, colonial encounters dramatically disrupted these … Read more