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From: dharry@wapaishone.niec.net
Date: Mon, 01 Jun 1998 17:55:35 -0700
Subject: Colonialism Through Biopiracy Conference

A North American Conference on Genetic Research and Native Peoples
Conference Theme:  Colonialism Through Biopiracy

Kwataqnuk Resort, Polson, Montana
June 29 & 30, 1998

DAY ONE:  Monday, June 29, 1998

Plenary Session

8:30 A.M. 	Morning Song & Invocation, Chief Cliff Drum, Johnny Arlee
		Welcome, Mickey Pablo, Chair, Confederated Salish &
                Kootenai Tribes

9:15		Introduction to Agenda:  An overview of the conference
                theme, agenda and current genetic research projects
                affecting Native peoples. A look into the potential
                future of genetic research aka let's walk on the wild
                side!,  Judy Gobert

9:35		Viewing of excerpts from The Gene Hunters video

10:00		Panel - Genes, Genetic Research, and Native Peoples: An

Introduction to Genetics
		1.  The Science of Genetics, Frank Dukepoo
		2.  Dispelling the Myths of Genetic Hopes and Promises,
                    Paul Billings
		3.  Traditional Views of Science & Genetics, Dave Pratt

10:45		Break

11:00		Panel: The Human Genome Diversity Project
		1.  The Human Genome Diversity Project, Hank Greely, 
                    tentative
		2.  Indigenous Responses & Concerns, Sharon Venne
		3.  Eugenics Coding and American Racisms, 
                    M.A. Jaimes-Guerrero

NOON 	Luncheon Keynote Address:  Jeannette Armstrong

1:00		The New Biotechnologies, The Impacts on Society:  
                Stuart Newman

2:00		The Genetic Gold Rush:  Profiting From Genetic Research:  
                Panel
		1.  Patent Law:  Disparity with Cultural Values, Sharon Venne
		2.  Globalization:  Human Rights vs. Property, Jeanette
                    Armstrong
		3.  No Patent on Life Movement, Stuart Newman
		4.  Biocolonialism and the Commodification of Knowledge,
                    Laurie Anne Whitt

3:00		Break

3:15		Working Groups: Facilitated Breakout Sessions
		Question:  How do I feel about genes, DNA and genetic
                technology? 		
                1. Tribal Leaders and Program Heads	
                5. Research Faculty or Scientists
		2. Spiritual and Cultural Leaders
                6. State, Federal or Local  Agencies
		3. Legal Representatives
                7. Health Care Providers
		4. Educators and Students 			
                8. Community Members

4:15		Working Groups Report in Plenary Session

5:00		Break for Dinner, End of Day 1


DAY TWO:  Tuesday, June 30, 1998

Plenary Session


8:30		Morning Song & Invocation

		Agenda Update & Announcements

9:00		Tribal Sovereignty & Human Rights:   Panel Discussion
		1.  What is Informed Consent?, George Annas
		2.  Analysis of the HGDP Model Ethical Protocol, 
                    Jeannette Wolfley
		3.  International Protocols for Human Rights, Debra Harry
		4.  Tribal Sovereignty:  Protecting our Collective Rights,
                    Brett Shelton

10:00		Genetic Exploitation of Our Ancestors:  Panel Discussion
		1.  Kennewick Man, Armand Minthorn, tentative
		2.  The Limitations of NAGPRA, Sam Deloria
		3.  The Conflict of Law between Cultural Worldview in
                    Repatriation: Tom Biron

10:45		Break

11:00		Models for Tribal Protection:  Panel Discussion
		1.  Tribal Strategies to Prevent Genetic Exploitation:
                    Robb Hunter
		2.  Akwesasne Research Protocol:  Dawn David
		3.  Tribal Leadership and Mobilizing a National Strategy:
                    Alvin Windy Boy

NOON	Luncheon Address:   ELDERS VOICES:  Guidance for the Future
(Organized by Tribal Elders)

1:30		Developing Action Plans:  Facilitated Working Groups

		Group 1:  TRIBAL

		Group 2:  DOMESTIC/NATIONAL

		Group 3:  INTERNATIONAL

2:45		Break

3:00		Working Group Reports & Follow-Up Planning

4:00		Closing Ceremony , Earl Old Person, Traditional Chief,
                Blackfeet Nation


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Preregistration		         Registration after 6-17-98
$150.00  6-17-98	         $175.00

Mail this form and registration to:
Judy Gobert
Salish Kootenai College
P.O. Box 117  Highway 93
Pablo,  Montana 59855
Registration Payable to:  North American Conference on Genetic Research


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