Discussion Post 1: Redwashing in Action Background Information

The concept of "redwashing" is explored in chapter 8, emphasizing the "deception of the general public by government and industry in trying to cover up the theft of indigenous people's lands, natural resources, and cultural riches by pretending they are acting in the best interest of the native peoples" (Sexty, 2020, p. 150). Based on your responses, you'll need to highlight specific examples of how redwashing deliberately occurred and which stakeholders were involved.

Tips for Successful Online Learning

Unlike in face-to-face discussions, it is difficult to tell whether people are paying attention to the online world, and it can be easy to feel isolated. One way to help your online class feel like an active community is to respond to classmates' postings. To ensure that everyone's posting receives a response, look through the postings, and respond to a posting that has not yet received a response. Respond quickly to postings with enthusiastic acknowledgment of your classmate's contributions. Be personal; use a conversational style. Rather than starting a new thread, use the reply feature on the discussion board to address issues others have raised. Practice posting succinct messages. Try to keep your contributions brief and to the point (no more than a screen-full).

Directions

1. Read through Redwashing and Redwash: Alcan Indigeous Peoples Policy 2. Using Google or some other search engine, research industries, or specific companies and/or government accused of redwashing. 3. How does redwashing affect the brand, the government in power, and potentially an industry? 4. Does the organization involved have a published code of ethics? How does redwashing work against this statement of principle that guides behaviour? 5. Based on your research, what was surprising?