Traditional decision making in Anishinaabe-Ojibwe communities is based on the role of the individual in the family, in the community, in the clan and in relationship to the Creator. In this episode of Waasa Inaabidaa - We Look In All Directions, explore the intricate balance of power in traditional Ojibwe communal life. "Gwayakochigewin - Making Decisions the Right Way" means making decisions with respect, thorough deliberation and community consensus. Warriors and elders are held in high regard for their leadership roles. Portraits of historical chiefs and dynamic contemporary tribal leaders display the Ojibwe belief that leaders come in many forms, each characterized by different talents.

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