Research Grants for the Documentation of Oral Literature and Traditional Ecological Knowledge in Massachusetts (USA)
GrantID: 67597
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $10,000
Summary
Grant program to support the preservation of rapidly disappearing oral literature and traditional ecological knowledge among indigenous peoples, which are being lost due to modernization and the passing of elders and traditional practitioners. Oral literature can encompass a wide range of forms, including ritual texts, curative chants, epic poems, musical genres, folk tales, songs, myths, legends, historical accounts, life history narratives, and word games. Traditional ecological knowledge may include agricultural practices, hunting techniques, information on animal migration, and knowledge of astronomy. This initiative aims to support efforts that ensure these cultural and ecological treasures are preserved for future generations...
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