An exploration of the meanings of sport to urban Aboriginal youth: a photovoice approach

McHugh, Tara-Leigh; Coppola, Angela M; Sinclair, Susan

doi:10.1080/2159676x.2013.819375

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“…For instance, Brant-Castellano (2000) argued that it is important to consider the role of Elders and cultural teachings in the research program to respect traditional knowledge and practices in self-determined research agendas. Specific to this context, sport and physical activity research with Indigenous youth has included cultural practices, such as sharing or talking circles (e.g., McHugh, Coppola, & Sinclair, 2013). Thus, we found it relevant to include cultural practices and traditions in our project.…”

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“…These reflections are relevant and beneficial because of the call for cultural relevance and safety in physical education (Halas et al, 2012), physical activity (Young & Katzmarzyk, 2007), and sport opportunities for Indigenous youth (McHugh, Coppola, & Sinclair, 2013). It may be difficult to engage Indigenous Peoples in shaping sport programming when they are untrusting of others and do not feel that a "safe space"…”

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“…This process can be shared so that researchers can consider and apply strategies for working relevantly and respectfully with Indigenous communities within their context (McHugh, Coppola, & Sinclair, 2013). Thus, the purpose of this article is to discuss and reflect upon a process of co-creating a relevant research agenda focused on Indigenous youth activitypromoting programming.…”

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“…Community members may play a role in developing and participating in activity-promoting programming for Indigenous youth , and researchers have engaged with Indigenous Peoples in sport research to inform Indigenous youth activitypromoting programming (McHugh, Coppola, & Sinclair, 2013;McHugh, Kingsley, & Coppola, 2013;Schinke et al, 2010). In terms of program development, Aboriginal youth, family members, and school staff have reported the need to better understand how communities can support sport opportunities for Aboriginal youth (McHugh, Kingsley, & Coppola, 2013).…”

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Considering culturally relevant practices and knowledge-sharing when creating an activity-promoting community research agenda

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2016

Sport, Education and Society

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The purpose of the article is to discuss and reflect upon a process of building relationships and conducting community consultations to co-create a relevant community-based participatory research agenda exploring Indigenous youth activity-promoting programming. Four consultations were conducted with approximately 30 community members in Edmonton, Alberta to relevantly and respectfully engage Indigenous Peoples and community members in discussions about Indigenous youth activity-promoting programming. A research question was created from the community consultations to inform relevant knowledge generation. A research agenda was also created with community members to inform future community engagement in the research. We reflect upon our process and discuss the strengths, challenges, and recommendations of incorporating culturally-relevant practices and sharing knowledge within and outside of the community group. This work contributes to literature enhancing relevant and respectful methodological and relational research practices with Indigenous Peoples and communities. INDIGENOUS YOUTH ACTIVITY-PROMOTING PROGRAMMING 3Considering Culturally-Relevant Practices and Knowledge-Sharing when Creating an Activity- Promoting Community Research AgendaThe role of sport in affirming Indigenous cultures and identities has been documented in the sport literature, and research has demonstrated the role of sport for the holistic development and overall health of Indigenous 1 youth (Forsyth & Wamsley, 2006;Hanna, 2009). Specifically, scholars have indicated that sport may be one of the "most salient mediums for recapturing spirits" among Aboriginal 2 Canadians (Forsyth & Wamsley, 2006, p. 294) and may positively impact the physical, mental, and emotional health of Aboriginal youth (Hanna, 2009). Sport is just one of the many forms of physical activity that can contribute to health. For instance, the Alberta Indigenous Games Resource Manual for Walking in Balance (2013) reports Indigenous community members' support of a holistic approach to youth development and leadership in areas such as sport and activity. Several Indigenous athletes, such as Olympic medalists Billy Mills and Waneek Horn-Miller, and high-school scholar athlete Sheridan Fox-Many Grey Horses, were featured in the Alberta Indigenous Games Resource Manual, and shared sport and activity experiences in their lives. These athletes discussed the role of others, as well as culture and traditions, in holistic development and activity promotion. For instance, Fox-Many Grey Horses competes nationally in rodeo, barrel racing, and breakaway roping and has excelled in both high school academics and athletics. She discussed the inspiration of her aunties, parents, and grandparents who supported and encouraged her to achieve her full potential. Waneek Horn-Miller discussed the role of traditions and culture in enhancing her sport experience. She said:1 The term "Indigenous" is capitalized when referring to Indigenous Peoples, who are native to a land (NAHO, 2012) and r...

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“…Habitual physical activity is associated with numerous health benefits, yet approximately 80% of adolescents worldwide are insufficiently active (World Health Organization 2016). Physical activity and participation in sports contribute to the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social dimen-sions of health and well-being (Cargo, Peterson, Lévesque, and Macaulay 2007;McHugh 2011;McHugh, Coppola, and Sinclair 2013). For school-aged children and youth, physical activity has been found to benefit musculoskeletal health and fitness, cardiovascular health, adiposity levels among those who are overweight Strong et al 2005), self-concept, anxiety, and depression symptoms, and academic performance (Strong et al, 2005).…”

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Correlates of Participation in Sports and Physical Activities among Indigenous Youth

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Positive Youth Development in Aboriginal Physical Activity and Sport: A Systematic Review

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Physical activity and, more specifically, sport, can positively impact the body, mind, heart, and spirit of Aboriginal youth. Despite enthusiasm for these benefits, there is a paucity of published information reviewing the relationship between sport and physical activity, and Aboriginal youth development. The purpose of this systematic review was to provide an overview of research examining Aboriginal youth development in physical activity and sport settings. A review of literature was conducted up until July 2015 using 10 key databases and non-indexed Indigenous journals. Articles meeting the following criteria were retained: (a) involved an Indigenous population; (b) explored, either through empirical research or conceptualization, the notion of ''positive youth development'' and ''physical activity'', ''sport'', or ''recreation''. Thirty-five articles out of the 10,039 documents identified met the inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis revealed that physical activity and sport provides many positive developmental opportunities for Aboriginal youth to thrive (e.g., to incorporate Indigenous values and traditional ways, to strengthen resiliency, to improve all aspects of health, and to promote culture and education), as well as possible negative developmental experiences (e.g., racism, bullying, and exclusion). To our knowledge, this article presents the first review of research examining Aboriginal youth development in sport and physical activity and highlights how the activity context can shape Aboriginal youth development.

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An exploration of the meanings of sport to urban Aboriginal youth: a photovoice approach

Cited by 49 publications

References 28 publications

Considering culturally relevant practices and knowledge-sharing when creating an activity-promoting community research agenda

Considering culturally relevant practices and knowledge-sharing when creating an activity-promoting community research agenda

Correlates of Participation in Sports and Physical Activities among Indigenous Youth

Positive Youth Development in Aboriginal Physical Activity and Sport: A Systematic Review

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